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Local Government RSS Feed from 720 ABC Perth2015, Australian Broadcasting Corporationen-au15Sat, 28 Feb 2015 13:47:00 +1100Online campaign gives Perth's Cool Breeze Cafe in Bayswater a reprieve from closurehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-28/online-petition-saves-food-van-from-certain-closure/6267056?source=rss
A social media campaign gives a mobile cafe in a popular Perth dog-walking park a glimmer of hope it will be allowed to access power to stay open.Sat, 28 Feb 2015 13:47:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4188815.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Bayswater 6053Giorgia Johnson inside her Cool Breeze Cafe van in Perth 26 February 2015Giorgia Johnson inside her Cool Breeze Cafe van in Perth 26 February 2015Supplied: Rod Johnson: Supplied: Rod Johnson-31.9188 115.9146WA Opposition renews attack over failed council reform processhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-18/opposition-renews-attack-over-failed-council-reform-process/6143752?source=rss
The WA Opposition renews its attack on Premier Colin Barnett over his failed local government reform process and questions why the Local Government Minister still has his job.Wed, 18 Feb 2015 18:52:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4182710.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Kalamunda 6076Australia:WA:Perth 6000WA Opposition Leader Mark McGowanWA Opposition Leader Mark McGowanABC News: Andrew O'Connor: ABC News: Andrew O'Connor-31.9234 115.8834Council reform: WA Premier hits out at 'foolish' anti-merger spending; rejects calls for compensationhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-17/premier-attacks-councils-on-anti-merger-spending/6130390?source=rss
WA Premier Colin Barnett uses the opening of Parliament to launch a blistering attack on councils that spent ratepayers' money to oppose his failed local government reform process.Tue, 17 Feb 2015 19:49:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4181932.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Colin Barnett in question timeColin Barnett in question timeABC News: Andrew O'Connor: ABC News: Andrew O'Connor-31.9234 115.8834Council mergers to be scrapped, WA Treasurer tells constituenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-16/councils-mergers-will-not-proceed-says-nahan/6118222?source=rss
WA Treasurer Mike Nahan tells a constituent the State Government will formally abandon its council merger process by revoking Governor's Orders mandating boundary changes.Mon, 16 Feb 2015 19:22:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4181196.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000WA Liberal Minister Mike NahanWA Liberal Minister Mike NahanABC News: ABC NewsMax Hipkins confronts Tony SimpsonMax Hipkins confronts Tony SimpsonABC News: Jade Macmillan: ABC News: Jade Macmillan-31.9234 115.8834Two more Perth councils vote to opt out of merger processhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-13/kalamunda-votes-to-opt-out-of-council-merger-process/6090582?source=rss
Kalamunda and Cockburn councils vote to formally withdraw from the local government merger process, joining two others that have already done so.Fri, 13 Feb 2015 12:46:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4179270.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Death of democracy coffinDeath of democracy coffinABC News: Natasha Harradine: ABC News: Natasha Harradine-31.9234 115.8834Perth ratepayers to foot bill for proposed council mergers after Premier rules out compensationhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-12/ratepayers-to-foot-bill-of-proposed-mergers/6088562?source=rss
Perth ratepayers will foot the bill for money their councils spent preparing for proposed mergers, after Premier Colin Barnett categorically rules out paying compensation.Thu, 12 Feb 2015 18:37:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4178739.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Close up shot of Colin Barnett at press conference in Perth in Feb 2015Close up shot of Colin Barnett at press conference in Perth in Feb 2015ABC News: Andrew O'Connor: ABC News: Andrew O'Connor-31.9234 115.8834Perth councils want compensation for money spent on failed merger planhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-12/councils-demand-compensation-for-merger-spend/6085866?source=rss
Local governments that spent money in the lead-up to the Premier's now abandoned plan to slash the number of councils in Perth should be reimbursed, a mayor says.Thu, 12 Feb 2015 09:30:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4178507.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000WA Premier Colin Barnett.WA Premier Colin Barnett.ABC News: Andrew O'Connor: ABC News: Andrew O'Connor-31.9234 115.8834Grassroots powerbrokers claim victory after toppling WA Government's council merger agendahttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-11/grassroots-powerbrokers-sunk-perth-council-mergers/6086398?source=rss
Three Perth residents claim victory in a grassroots battle to bring down the WA Government's radical local government reform agenda.Wed, 11 Feb 2015 21:40:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4178308.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Cliff Collinson, Ian Critchley, Cecilia Brooke, anti-council merger lobbyists in PerthCliff Collinson, Ian Critchley, Cecilia Brooke, anti-council merger lobbyists in PerthABC News: Pamela Medlen: ABC News: Pamela Medlen-31.9234 115.8834Failed council reform cost more than $21 million, WA Opposition sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-11/failed-council-reform-cost-2422-million-says-wa-opposition/6086508?source=rss
The WA Government's failed council reform process has cost more than $21 million, the State Opposition says.Wed, 11 Feb 2015 18:21:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4178239.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Mundaring 6073Australia:WA:Perth 6000WA Opposition local government spokesman David TemplemanWA Opposition local government spokesman David TemplemanABC News: Andrew O'Connor: ABC News: Andrew O'Connor-31.9025 116.1665Bassendean Council withdraws from merger plans as process is on holdhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-11/councils-withdraw-from-local-government-reform/6085020?source=rss
Bassendean Town Council exercises 'democratic right' and votes to withdraw from the local government merger process with Mayor John Gangell saying they fought hard to retain their identity.Wed, 11 Feb 2015 13:26:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4177787.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000John Gangell Mayor Bassendean, WAJohn Gangell Mayor Bassendean, WAABC News: Natasha Harradine: ABC News: Natasha Harradine-31.9234 115.8834Perth council amalgamation process 'on hold' as Premier concedes reform agenda failedhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-10/council-mergers-on-hold-as-premier-concedes-reform-bid-failed/6083804?source=rss
Plans to slash the number of local government authorities in Perth by almost half are on hold for the foreseeable future, WA Premier Colin Barnett concedes.Tue, 10 Feb 2015 18:02:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4177491.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000WA Premier Colin BarnettWA Premier Colin BarnettABC News: Andrew O'Connor: ABC News: Andrew O'Connor-31.9234 115.8834Council merger process 'failed'; Premier Colin Barnett gave it 'best shot'http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-10/barnett-on-council-amalgamation/6082536?source=rss
Plans to overhaul the local government sector fail, WA Premier Colin Barnett concedes, saying he gave it his 'best shot'.Tue, 10 Feb 2015 16:45:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4177156.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Premier Colin BarnettPremier Colin BarnettABC News: Andrew O'Connor: ABC News: Andrew O'Connor-31.9234 115.8834Cities of Perth, Vincent merger unlikely; Councils fail to reach agreementhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-10/perth-and-vincent-abandon-plans-to-merge/6083018?source=rss
Plans to amalgamate the cities of Perth and Vincent appear doomed, with the two councils failing to reach agreement on elements of the proposal.Tue, 10 Feb 2015 13:55:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4177269.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000-31.9234 115.8834WA Government faces mounting pressure to dump council merger planshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-09/local-government-peak-body-withdraws-support-for-council-amalga/6081382?source=rss
The WA Government is under mounting pressure to dump local government reform, with anxious backbenchers expected to raise the issue at an annual meeting of Liberal MPs in Busselton tomorrow.Mon, 09 Feb 2015 22:37:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4176819.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000-31.9234 115.8834WA Government defends merger plans as councils seek costshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-09/wa-minister-reaffirms-support-for-forced-council-mergers/6080336?source=rss
The West Australian Government defends its local government amalgamation agenda as some councils say they will seek reimbursement for costs.Mon, 09 Feb 2015 18:45:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4176567.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Local Government Minister Tony Simpson in Perth, Feb 2015Local Government Minister Tony Simpson in Perth, Feb 2015ABC News: Andrew O'Connor: ABC News: Andrew O'Connor-31.9234 115.8834Opponents of council mergers boosted by rejection of proposed amalgamationshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-09/council-merger-opponents-boosted-by-election-rejection/6079108?source=rss
Opponents of plans to halve the number of Perth metropolitan councils call for a vote for all ratepayers after three proposed amalgamations are rejected.Mon, 09 Feb 2015 10:04:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4176319.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000John Gangell Mayor Bassendean, WAJohn Gangell Mayor Bassendean, WAABC News: Natasha Harradine: ABC News: Natasha Harradine-31.9234 115.8834Perth councils vote against mergers, defeating WA Government amalgamation planshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-08/councils-vote-against-mergers-in-wa/6078388?source=rss
Mergers in some Perth councils will not go ahead, the WA Government confirms, after ratepayers vote down amalgamation plans.Sun, 08 Feb 2015 16:21:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4176099.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Ratepayers converge on WA ParliamentRatepayers converge on WA ParliamentABC News: Jessica Strutt: ABC News: Jessica Strutt-31.9234 115.8834Jurien Bay promised facelift in bid to capitalise on tourismhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-03/jurien-bay-promised-facelift/6066684?source=rss
The Shire of Dandaragan in mid-west Western Australia is moving ahead with plans to give the coastal town of Jurien Bay a makeover.Tue, 03 Feb 2015 14:26:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4173275.xml720 ABC PerthwheatbeltperthCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllAustralia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Jurien Bay 6516-30.2833 115.0333WA Government should chip in for eco shark barriers, Liberal MP Phil Edman sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-01-30/govt-should-fund-shark-barriers2c-lib-mp-says/6058896?source=rss
The Western Australian Government should chip in funding to any council wanting to install shark barriers at beaches, a Liberal backbencher says.Fri, 30 Jan 2015 20:39:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201501\4171626.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHuman Interest:Animal Attacks:SharkLifestyle and Leisure:All:AllAustralia:WA:Coogee 6166Shark barrier net held aloft on Coogee BeachShark barrier net held aloft on Coogee BeachABC News: ABC News-32.1167 115.7667Scarborough Beach parking issues to intensify with redevelopment plan to cut free parking bayshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-01-25/perths-beach-parking-battle-set-to-intensify/6043592?source=rss
The weekend battle for a parking spot at Scarborough Beach will intensify after a $57-million redevelopment is complete and the number of free bays is reduced by 200.Sun, 25 Jan 2015 10:40:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201501\4167943.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Cottesloe 6011Australia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:Scarborough 6019Cottesloe Beach parkingCottesloe Beach parkingABC News: Andrew O'Connor: ABC News: Andrew O'Connor-31.8985 115.7658City of Kwinana hopeful ratepayers will 'kill off' council amalgamation planshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-01-22/city-of-kwinana-giving-residents-a-vote-on-amalgamations/6036950?source=rss
Kwinana Mayor Carol Adams is hopeful ratepayers will be able to kill off State Government plans to amalgamate the council with the City of Cockburn.Thu, 22 Jan 2015 21:32:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201501\4167004.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Kwinana Town Centre 6167Kwinana City locals run a campaign against merger with City of Cockburn 22 January 2015Kwinana City locals run a campaign against merger with City of Cockburn 22 January 2015: -32.2333 115.8000WA Government unveils $57m proposed upgrade to Scarborough beach in Perthhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-01-20/scarborough-beach-perth-precinct-to-get-57m-dollar-upgrage/6028224?source=rss
A $57.4 million Scarborough foreshore redevelopment will transform the popular Perth beach precinct into a year-round family-friendly beachside zone, the State Government says.Tue, 20 Jan 2015 15:04:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201501\4165254.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Travel and Tourism:AllAustralia:WA:Scarborough 6019Scarborough MasterplanScarborough MasterplanSupplied: WA Government: Supplied: WA Government-31.8985 115.7658Portable watchtowers for Perth beacheshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-01-20/portable-watchtowers-for-perth-beaches/6027804?source=rss
Moveable observation towers for surf lifesavers slated for some of Perth's most popular beaches, including Cottesloe and City Beach.Tue, 20 Jan 2015 15:01:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201501\4165188.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000-31.9234 115.8834Deadline looms for 'Taj Mahal on Swan' demolition orderhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-01-12/taj-on-swan-mansion-in-demolition-order/6012034?source=rss
The infamous half-built mansion known as Taj Mahal on Swan could be demolished if its owners do not respond to the local council by next week.Tue, 13 Jan 2015 09:49:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201501\4161222.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Peppermint Grove 6011Taj Mahal on SwanTaj Mahal on SwanABC News: ABC News-32 115.7666New York council team needed to restore community confidence: Former shire president Tony Boylehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-01-07/york-council-suspended/6005280?source=rss
New team needed for York council to restore community confidence, says former shire president Tony Boyle.Wed, 07 Jan 2015 21:39:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201501\4159047.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:York 6302York town hallYork town hallSupplied: Wikimedia Commons: Supplied: Wikimedia Commons-31.8859 116.7673York Shire suspended by WA Local Government Minister Tony Simpson following complaintshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-01-06/york-shire-suspended-by-local-government-minister/6003100?source=rss
The Shire of York council in WA's Wheatbelt is suspended for six months following complaints about its ability to provide good governance.Tue, 06 Jan 2015 20:01:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201501\4158436.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:York 6302-31.8859 116.7673Girl's lemonade stand shut down by WA council over health and safety concernshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-12-23/bunbury-girls-lemonade-stand-closed-by-council/5985992?source=rss
An 11-year-old girl's cupcake and lemonade stand is shut down by Bunbury city council officers over health and safety concerns.Wed, 24 Dec 2014 14:26:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201412\4153987.xml720 ABC PerthsouthwestwaperthCommunity and Society:Family and Children:ChildrenGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHealth:Environmental Health:AllAustralia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Perth 6000Bunbury girl's lemonade stand shut down by council.Bunbury girl's lemonade stand shut down by council.Supplied: Marissa Ruderforth: Supplied: Marissa Ruderforth-33.3267 115.6347Scarborough whale carcass: WA Government to share clean-up costhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-12-19/scarborough-whale-carcass-clean-up-cost-split/5979378?source=rss
The WA Government agrees to help pay for the clean up of a whale carcass on Scarborough Beach.Fri, 19 Dec 2014 13:44:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201412\4152211.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHuman Interest:All:AllScience and Technology:Animals:Mammals - WhalesAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:Scarborough 6019Humpback whale carcass on Scarborough beach, 3 November 2014.Humpback whale carcass on Scarborough beach, 3 November 2014.720 ABC Perth: Lorraine Horsley: 720 ABC Perth: Lorraine Horsley-31.8985 115.7658City of Perth legislation 'a priority' when Parliament resumes, says Premier Colin Barnetthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-12-16/city-of-perth-legislation-parliament-wa-barnett-priority/5971250?source=rss
WA Premier Colin Barnett says legislation to expand the City of Perth will be a priority when Parliament resumes in the new year.Tue, 16 Dec 2014 21:27:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201412\4150097.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:WA:Perth 6000WA Premier Colin Barnett in front of the ABC building in Perth.WA Premier Colin Barnett in front of the ABC building in Perth.ABC News: Rebecca Trigger: ABC News: Rebecca Trigger-31.9234 115.8834Perth council to seek mandate on renewable energy for new homeshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-12-10/perth-council-hopes-to-mandate-renewable-energy/5954842?source=rss
A Perth council is hoping to radically alter its planning scheme to require new homes to have their own energy supply.Wed, 10 Dec 2014 15:01:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201412\4146173.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllEnvironment:Alternative Energy:Solar EnergyEnvironment:Alternative Energy:Wind EnergyGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Nedlands 6009Australia:WA:Perth 6000A man holds up a solar panel while installing it on a roofA man holds up a solar panel while installing it on a roof, 28 January 2009ABC News: -31.983 115.8058Scarborough beach-side pool plan announced by City of Stirlinghttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-12-09/scarborough-beach-ocean-pool-announced/5954544?source=rss
Plans for a $26 million beach-side pool to be built at Scarborough Beach in Western Australia have been announced by the City of Stirling this morning.Tue, 09 Dec 2014 17:55:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201412\4145202.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLifestyle and Leisure:All:AllAustralia:WA:Scarborough 6019Scarborough beach pool artist impressionScarborough beach pool artist impressionCity of Stirling: City of Stirling-31.8985 115.7658Veil lifted on Northam Shire's Australian art collectionhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-12-09/veil-lifted-on-northam-shire-art-collection/5954704?source=rss
A selection of Australian artwork, some of which has not been publicly seen for decades, is on show in Northam.Tue, 09 Dec 2014 14:45:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201412\4145216.xml720 ABC PerthwheatbeltperthCommunity and Society:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHuman Interest:All:AllAustralia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Northam 6401Bay of Islands Audrey GreenalghBay of Islands Audrey GreenalghSupplied: Supplied-31.6505 116.6728Fremantle's cappuccino strip off limits to beggars as council introduces homeless registration schemehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-12-06/beggars-kicked-off-fremantle27s-cappucino-strip/5948098?source=rss
Fremantle's popular cappuccino strip is declared out of bounds for beggars, under a new approach by the port city to tackle begging on the streets.Sat, 06 Dec 2014 13:16:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201412\4143594.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Homelessness:AllCommunity and Society:Poverty:AllCommunity and Society:Welfare:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Fremantle 6160A beggar holds a sign in Fremantle asking for helpA beggar holds a sign in Fremantle asking for helpABC News: Claire Moodie: ABC News: Claire Moodie-32.0531 115.745Council rates in regional WA rise above the consumer price index, figures showhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-27/council-rates-in-regional-wa-rise-above-cpi/5921866?source=rss
Council rates in regional Western Australia rise by more than double the rate of the consumer price index [CPI] this year, statistics show.Thu, 27 Nov 2014 13:20:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4137285.xml720 ABC PerthgreatsouthernkimberleysouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Trayning 6488Australia:WA:York 6302WA Environment Minister David TemplemanWA Environment Minister David Templeman.ABC TV: -30.2000 122.6167Perth councils lose court bid to challenge mergers planhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-25/councils-go-to-supreme-court-against-forced-mergers/5916146?source=rss
Perth councils lose a Supreme Court bid to challenge the West Australian Government's metropolitan mergers plan. Prior to the hearing protesters carried what they called the "coffin of democracy" along St Georges Terrace to the front steps of the court.Tue, 25 Nov 2014 21:20:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4135574.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Death of democracy coffinDeath of democracy coffinABC News: Natasha Harradine: ABC News: Natasha Harradine-31.9234 115.8834WA Fisheries Department refuses to pay for whale carcass removal as they are 'mammals, not fish', mayor sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-19/whale-removal-cost-row-deepens/5903576?source=rss
The row over the $188,000 bill for removing a whale carcass from a Perth beach deepens as the WA Fisheries Department claims it is not responsible because whales are mammals, not fish.Thu, 20 Nov 2014 16:07:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4132030.xml720 ABC PerthperthEnvironment:Environmental Management:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllScience and Technology:Animals:Mammals - WhalesAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:Scarborough 6019Humpback whale carcass on Scarborough beach, 3 November 2014.Humpback whale carcass on Scarborough beach, 3 November 2014.720 ABC Perth: Lorraine Horsley: 720 ABC Perth: Lorraine Horsley-31.8985 115.7658Shire of York council facing suspension by WA Government after complaintshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-20/shire-of-york-council-facing-suspension-by-wa-government/5906178?source=rss
The Shire of York's council is facing suspension for six months after the WA Government cited significant issues that need to be addressed.Thu, 20 Nov 2014 15:57:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4132724.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:York 6302WA Local Government Minister Tony Simpson 22 October 2014WA Local Government Minister Tony Simpson 22 October 2014ABC News: Louise Merrillees: ABC News: Louise Merrillees-31.8859 116.7673Liberals, Nationals edge closer to healing rift on council mergershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-19/liberals-nationals-step-closer-healing-rift-on-council-mergers/5904132?source=rss
The Liberals and the Nationals in WA appear to be a step closer to healing their rift over council mergers, with Cabinet ticking off on new legislation that will encourage regional local governments to share resources and services.Wed, 19 Nov 2014 20:44:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4132186.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000People rally to prevent local government amalgamationsPeople rally to prevent local government amalgamationsABC News: Courtney Bembridge: ABC News: Courtney Bembridge-31.9234 115.8834Ratepayers head to WA Parliament to demand say on council mergershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-18/ratepayers-converge-on-wa-parliament-about-council-mergers/5901220?source=rss
Ratepayers have converged on Western Australia's Parliament to present petitions demanding a say on planned council mergers.Tue, 18 Nov 2014 20:23:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4131389.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:WA:Kwinana Town Centre 6167Australia:WA:Perth 6000Ratepayers converge on WA ParliamentRatepayers converge on WA ParliamentABC News: Jessica Strutt: ABC News: Jessica Strutt-31.9234 115.8834Calls for chairman on council advisory board to resign after attempts to line up another jobhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-12/call-for-chairman-on-council-boundaries-to-resign/5886762?source=rss
There are calls for the chairman of an independent board that advises the WA Government on new council boundaries to be sacked, after it emerged he asked to be considered for another job as a local government commissioner.Wed, 12 Nov 2014 23:14:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4127248.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Mel Congerton, chairman of local councils advisory board in PerthMel Congerton, chairman of local councils advisory board in PerthABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834City of Stirling mayor says whale will be left to rot unless State Government foots removal billhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-11/city-of-stirling-will-leave-whale-to-rot-next-time-unless-gover/5884020?source=rss
A Perth council says it will leave the next whale carcass that washes up on its beaches to rot, unless the State Government foots the bill for the last cleanup.Tue, 11 Nov 2014 23:49:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4126512.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Scarborough 6019Humpback whale carcass on Scarborough beach, 3 November 2014.Humpback whale carcass on Scarborough beach, 3 November 2014.720 ABC Perth: Lorraine Horsley: 720 ABC Perth: Lorraine Horsley-31.8985 115.7658WA council asks State Government to pay $175k bill for removing whale carcasshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-10/whale-carcass-removal-bill-rises-prompting-call-for-state-to-pay/5879904?source=rss
Another whale carcass is spotted off the Perth coast as the bill for removing one last week rises to more than $175,000, prompting the City of Stirling to ask the WA Government to pay for it.Mon, 10 Nov 2014 20:34:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4125318.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHuman Interest:All:AllScience and Technology:Animals:Mammals - WhalesAustralia:WA:Cottesloe 6011Australia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:Rottnest Island 6161Australia:WA:Scarborough 6019Humpback whale carcass on Scarborough beach, 3 November 2014.Humpback whale carcass on Scarborough beach, 3 November 2014.720 ABC Perth: Lorraine Horsley: 720 ABC Perth: Lorraine Horsley-31.8985 115.7658Developers slam WA Nationals over council merger oppositionhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-08/developers-pan-nationals-over-council-merger-opposition/5876806?source=rss
A group representing WA's property developers takes a swipe at the Nationals over their opposition to the State Government's council mergers plan.Sat, 08 Nov 2014 22:09:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4124358.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000People rally to prevent local government amalgamationsPeople rally to prevent local government amalgamationsABC News: Courtney Bembridge: ABC News: Courtney Bembridge-30.2000 122.6167Council merger backlash growshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/video/2014/11/07/4124262.htm?source=rss
The backlash against forced council mergers is growing, with another local authority launching legal action against the State Government's plans.
Fri, 07 Nov 2014 23:05:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4124262.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Council merger backlash growsCouncil merger backlash growsStateline WA: Stateline WACouncil merger backlash growsThe backlash against forced council mergers is growing, with another local authority launching legal action against the State Government's plans.
Claire Moodie-31.9234 115.8834Peppermint Grove council to launch legal action over state government's merger planshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-11-04/peppermint-grove-council-to-launch-legal-action-over-state-gove/5865928?source=rss
WA government plans to halve the number of local governments in the Perth metropolitan area are facing a second legal challenge, with Peppermint Grove Shire to launch court action.Tue, 04 Nov 2014 17:16:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4121383.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Peppermint Grove 6011Australia:WA:South Perth 6151John Merrick Peppermint Grove CEOJohn Merrick Peppermint Grove CEOABC News: ABC News-32 115.7666Mosman Park Mayor says amalgamation fight isn't over yethttp://www.abc.net.au/news/video/2014/10/31/4119459.htm?source=rss
The head of Councils for Democracy Ron Norris says the Premier Colin Barnett should take the issue of forced mergers to the 2017 state election.Fri, 31 Oct 2014 23:19:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4119459.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Mosman Park Mayor says amalgamation fight isn't over yetMosman Park Mayor says amalgamation fight isn't over yetStateline WA: Stateline WAMosman Park Mayor says amalgamation fight isn't over yetThe head of Councils for Democracy Ron Norris says the Premier Colin Barnett should take the issue of forced mergers to the 2017 state election.Emily Piesse-31.9234 115.8834WA Premier Colin Barnett hints council merger recommendations may be tweakedhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-30/premier-barnett-disappointed-nationals-against-council-reform/5854406?source=rss
WA Premier Colin Barnett is hinting the Government may try to tweak some recommendations made by a board examining council mergers.Thu, 30 Oct 2014 21:07:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4118172.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000The State Government's proposed changes to council mergers in Perth. October 22, 2014.The State Government's proposed changes to council mergers in Perth. October 22, 2014.Supplied: DPC: Supplied: DPC-31.9234 115.8834WA mayors react angrily to limited funds for forced council mergershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-29/mayors-react-angrily-to-lack-of-funds-for-mergers/5852302?source=rss
Councils say rates will inevitably rise after the WA Government confirmed it will only offer up to $15 million in grants and $45 million in loans for local government mergers.Wed, 29 Oct 2014 21:02:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4117574.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000WA Local Government Minister Tony Simpson 22 October 2014WA Local Government Minister Tony Simpson 22 October 2014ABC News: Louise Merrillees: ABC News: Louise Merrillees-31.9234 115.8834Perth councils question why not all ratepayers get a say on mergershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-29/councils-question-why-not-all-ratepayers-get-a-say-on-mergers/5851306?source=rss
Councils want to know why ratepayers in some Perth local government areas can vote on amalgamations while others will be forcibly joined.Wed, 29 Oct 2014 15:39:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4117300.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Mayor of Joondalup Troy Pickard WA 22 October 2014Mayor of Joondalup Troy Pickard WA 22 October 2014ABC News: Nic Perpitch: ABC News: Nic Perpitch-31.9234 115.8834Suspend forced local council mergers and take issue to election, says WA Opposition Leaderhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-28/council-mergers-still-on-the-agenda/5848486?source=rss
Opposition Leader Mark McGowan is calling on Perth's State Government to suspend local council amalgamations and take the issue to the next election.Tue, 28 Oct 2014 19:32:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4116608.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Mark McGowan, WA's Opposition Leader (close up)Mark McGowan, WA's Opposition Leader (close up)ABC News: Andrew O'Connor: ABC News: Andrew O'Connor-31.9234 115.8834Premier accuses Nationals, ALP of being 'silly' over council reformhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-24/premier-accuses-nationals2c-alp-of-27being-silly27-over-coun/5840500?source=rss
WA Premier Colin Barnett has accused the National and Labor parties of being "silly" for refusing to support legislation to expand the City of Perth's boundaries.Fri, 24 Oct 2014 19:43:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4114397.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:WA:Perth 6000The State Government's proposed changes to council mergers in Perth. October 22, 2014.The State Government's proposed changes to council mergers in Perth. October 22, 2014.Supplied: DPC: Supplied: DPC-31.9234 115.8834Premier vows to continue with city expansion plans despite Nationals oppositionhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-23/local-government-plan-hits-roadblock-with-nationals/5836196?source=rss
West Australian Premier's Colin Barnett has vowed to push ahead with plans to expand the City of Perth's boundaries, despite the WA Nationals leader confirming he would not support the relevant legislation.Thu, 23 Oct 2014 21:05:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4113199.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Colin BarnettColin BarnettABC: -31.9234 115.8834Mixed reactions to South Park name for new councilhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-23/mixed-reactions-to-south-park-for-amalgamated-council/5836040?source=rss
The local government advisory board has recommended the City of South Perth and Town of Victoria Park amalgamate, provisionally naming the new council 'South Park'.Thu, 23 Oct 2014 14:43:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4113226.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:South Perth 6151Australia:WA:Victoria Park 6100South Park season 17 title imageSouth Park season 17 title imageSouth Park Studios: South Park Studios-31.983 115.8619Council workers concerned they will lose their jobs in WA amalgamation processhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-23/concerns-council-workers-will-lose-their-jobs-in-mergers/5834666?source=rss
It is estimated up to 100 jobs will be lost due to the council amalgamation process, the peak body representing local government officers says.Thu, 23 Oct 2014 12:42:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4112936.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Unemployment:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Public servants working in an office in Canberra. Workers are unidentified. (Date unknown, made fromPublic servants working in an office in Canberra. Workers are unidentified. (Date unknown, made fromABC News - file image: ABC News - file image-31.9234 115.8834Perth Mayor supports city expansion but other mayors outraged by council changeshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-22/perth-mayor-supports-council-changes-while-others-are-opposed/5834286?source=rss
Perth Lord Mayor Lisa Scaffidi is welcoming proposed legislation to expand the city, as part of changes being made in local council mergers, but says she will not give up the fight for Burswood. The city misses out on the Burswood peninsula but will absorb the City of Vincent and the Crawley university and medical precinct. The State Government briefed metropolitan mayors this morning on the changes that will slash the number of councils in Perth from 30 to 16. Some of the mayors say the changes will make their residents "second class citizens".Thu, 23 Oct 2014 10:34:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4112603.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Perth Lord Mayor Lisa ScaffidiPerth Lord Mayor Lisa ScaffidiABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834WA Government announces major council mergers in Perthhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-22/wa-government-announces-local-government-reform/5832900?source=rss
The State Government has accepted 13 of 15 recommendations from the Local Government Advisory Board on substantial changes to Perth's council boundaries. The Government met with metropolitan mayors this morning to brief them on major changes that will slash the number of councils in Perth from 30 to 16. Local Government Minister Tony Simpson has rejected the board's proposal on the future of the City of Perth, instead opting to introduce legislation to grow the city to include the City of Vincent and key landmarks. The Government has rejected the recommendation for the merging of five Western Suburbs councils into one, to be known as "Riversea", but said it was clear reform was needed. It has accepted that South Perth council and Victoria Park are to be combined and dubbed "South Park".Wed, 22 Oct 2014 17:32:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4112324.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000The State Government's proposed changes to council mergers in Perth. October 22, 2014.The State Government's proposed changes to council mergers in Perth. October 22, 2014.Supplied: DPC: Supplied: DPCWA Local Government Minister Tony Simpson 22 October 2014WA Local Government Minister Tony Simpson 22 October 2014ABC News: Louise Merrillees: ABC News: Louise Merrillees-31.9234 115.8834Labor motion passed on local council amalgamations to prevent MPs crossing the floorhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-21/wa-govt-loses-motion-over-local-council-amalgamations/5831462?source=rss
The West Australian Government has passed a Labor motion on local council mergers to prevent its MPs crossing the floor. The push to halve the number of Perth councils has been contentious, with several Liberal and Nationals MPs speaking out against the plan. The Government was set to announce new metropolitan council boundaries this week, prompting the Opposition to move a motion in Parliament calling for a guarantee the amalgamations would not be forced. But Labor's motion was passed without a formal vote, a move which prevented Government MPs from crossing the floor to support the Opposition.Wed, 22 Oct 2014 09:54:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4111872.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Close up of WA Premier Colin Barnett reacting to federal budget 2014Close up of WA Premier Colin Barnett reacting to federal budget 2014ABC News: Andrew O'Connor: ABC News: Andrew O'Connor-31.9234 115.8834WA Government to legislate to expand City of Perth, confer special powershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-17/wa-government-wants-to-give-city-of-perth-special-powers/5823214?source=rss
The State Government has signalled it will try to legislate to expand the City of Perth and give it special powers. The move would see Perth gain assets including the University of WA and QEII. It is a huge win for Perth lord mayor Lisa Scaffidi, who has long been pushing for special legislation to have the City of Perth legally recognised to enhance its powers, stature and access to funding. But Vincent mayor John Carey, whose residents appear set to be absorbed into an expanded City of Perth, is outraged. Mr Carey says it amounts to a gerrymander.Sat, 18 Oct 2014 08:30:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4109642.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:WA:Leederville 6007Australia:WA:Perth 6000Perth skylinePerth skylineBy Florence Roca: By Florence Roca-31.9234 115.8834WA council amalgamation decision delayed: Minister to speak with stakeholders before report releasedhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-13/wa-council-amalgamation-decision-delayed/5810418?source=rss
A long-awaited WA Government decision on local council amalgamations is unlikely before next week, as plans to halve the number of metropolitan councils are finalised.Mon, 13 Oct 2014 19:32:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4106099.xml720 ABC PerthperthsouthwestwaGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:Vasse 6280Tony SimpsonTony SimpsonBy ABC News: By ABC News-31.9234 115.8834East Perth Power Station site: Jordanian businessman emerges as potential buyerhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-07/jordanian-emerges-as-potential-power-station-site-buyer/5797104?source=rss
A wealthy Jordanian businessman has emerged as a potential buyer of the East Perth Power Station site and has plans to turn it into a world trade centre. The West Australian Government recently put the heritage-listed East Perth Power Station on the list of assets it wants to sell to bring down debt. The ABC has learnt that Ghazi Abu Nahl, a chairman of the World Trade Centre Association, has met with the Metropolitan Redevelopment Authority (MRA) to express an interest in the 8.5 hectare site. However, the MRA said the timeline for taking the East Perth Power Station site to market was yet to be confirmed.Tue, 07 Oct 2014 21:37:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4102325.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:East Perth 6004East Perth power station. October 07, 2014.East Perth power station. October 07, 2014.ABC News: ABC News-31.9547 115.8749York Shire CEO resignation letter cites lack of council cohesivenesshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-30/york-shire-ceo-resignation-letter-cites-lack-of/5779190?source=rss
York's Shire president says its CEO resigned because of a lack of council cohesiveness.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 14:12:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4097502.xml720 ABC PerthwheatbeltperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:York 6302-31.8859 116.7673York Shire CEO Michael Keeble quits six months into the jobhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-24/york-shire-ceo-quits-six-months-into-the-job/5767202?source=rss
The chief executive of the Shire of York in Western Australia's Wheatbelt has resigned six months into the job.Wed, 24 Sep 2014 19:23:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4094114.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:York 6302York town hallYork town hallSupplied: Wikimedia Commons: Supplied: Wikimedia Commons-31.8859 116.7673WA Premier Colin Barnett and Tony Simpson at loggerheads over council boundaries reform advicehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-19/simpson-and-barnett-at-loggerheads-over-boundaries-reform/5757098?source=rss
WA Premier Colin Barnett and Local Government Minister Tony Simpson are at loggerheads over a board's advice on proposed council boundaries.Fri, 19 Sep 2014 21:35:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4091542.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Tony SimpsonTony SimpsonABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834'A few sheep' does not qualify Premier on country matters, WA MP sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-18/nationals-mp-martin-aldridge-jeers-premier-colin-barnet/5751890?source=rss
A WA Nationals MP has taken a swipe at the Premier Colin Barnett, telling him that having "a few sheep" does not qualify him on country matters.Thu, 18 Sep 2014 13:34:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4090016.xml720 ABC PerthgreatsouthernkimberleysouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Perth 6000Nationals MP Martin Aldridge sitting in his parliamentary officeNationals MP Martin Aldridge sitting in his parliamentary officeABC News: Jacob Kagi: ABC News: Jacob Kagi-31.9234 115.8834Liberal MP criticises proposal to abolish Canning, breaking ranks again on forced mergershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-17/liberal-mp-breaks-ranks-again-on-forced-mergers/5751764?source=rss
Simon O'Brien criticises the proposal to abolish the City of Canning and split it up, again breaking party ranks on forced mergers.Thu, 18 Sep 2014 08:33:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4089855.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Simon O'Brien outside WA ParliamentSimon O'Brien outside WA ParliamentABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834City of Swan accused of 'remaining in the dark ages' over refusal to stream meetings onlinehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-16/city-of-swan-transparency-criticism/5747798?source=rss
The City of Swan council has been accused of lacking transparency after a push to have council meetings live streamed online was rejected by councillors last week.Wed, 17 Sep 2014 16:52:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4088827.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllInformation and Communication:All:AllAustralia:WA:Midland 6056Australia:WA:Perth 6000The City of Swan is centred in Midland, in Perth's north-east, and covers over 1,000 square kilometrThe City of Swan is centred in Midland, in Perth's north-east, and covers over 1,000 square kilometres.720 ABC Perth: Emma Wynne: 720 ABC Perth: Emma Wynne-31.8866 116.0031Remaining City of Canning councillors sacked after damning reportshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-16/remaining-canning-councillors-sacked-after-damning-report/5747412?source=rss
City of Canning councillors suspended from their jobs in 2012 after a damning report are sacked by Local Government Minister Tony Simpson.Wed, 17 Sep 2014 09:44:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4088833.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:WA:Cannington 6107Linton ReynoldsLinton ReynoldsABC News: ABC News-32.0176 115.931Canning councillors sacked and commissioners appointedhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-16/canning-councillors-sacked-and-commissioners/5748748?source=rss
Tue, 16 Sep 2014 21:20:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4089045.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Cannington 6107Canning councillors sacked and commissioners appointedCanning councillors sacked and commissioners appointed7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WACanning councillors sacked and commissioners appointedLocal Government Minister Tony Simpson has sacked the remaining councillors in the City of Canning and appointed new commissioners.Jessica Strutt-32.0176 115.931WA Nationals dig in over council reformshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/video/2014/09/12/4086928.htm?source=rss
WA Nationals leader Terry Redman denies the party is playing politics over council reforms in a bid to appease disgruntled country voters.
Fri, 12 Sep 2014 22:16:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4086928.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:NationalsCommunity and Society:Regional:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000WA Nationals dig in over council reformsWA Nationals dig in over council reformsStateline WA: Stateline WAWA Nationals dig in over council reformsWA Nationals leader Terry Redman denies the party is playing politics over council reforms in a bid to appease disgruntled country voters.
Andrew O'Connor-31.9234 115.8834City of Perth will not get Burswood or UWA under recommended council boundarieshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-12/city-of-perth-set-to-lose-out-in-council-amalgamations/5740296?source=rss
City of Perth loses out on key assets it lobbied for, including Burswood peninsula and UWA, under recommended council boundaries.Fri, 12 Sep 2014 17:24:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4086654.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Burswood CasinoBurswood CasinoABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Nationals cross floor on Perth council amalgamations votehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-11/nationals-cross-the-floor-on-council-amalgamations/5735464?source=rss
Tensions between the two State Government partners have flared again, with the Nationals crossing the floor to vote with Labor against local government reform. All six present Nationals MPs sided with the Opposition in the Lower House during debate on a Labor motion to oppose the "forced council amalgamations process in the metropolitan area". The Nationals had initially been supportive of the Liberals' plan to reduce the number of Perth councils, but voted unanimously at their state conference at the weekend to oppose the plans due to fears the regions were next. Labor MP David Templeman said the move indicated deep divisions had emerged within the coalition Government, which Nationals MP Shane Love denied.Thu, 11 Sep 2014 11:00:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4085469.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Nationals WA Party president Colin de Grussa, (l) Leader Terry Redman and Deputy Leader, Mia Davies Nationals WA Party president Colin de Grussa, (l) Leader Terry Redman and Deputy Leader, Mia Davies outside Nationals state conference in Margaret River 04 September 2014WA Government: WA Government-31.9234 115.8834Piazza, promenade feature in South Perth revitalisation planhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-05/new-south-perth-revitalisation-plan-released/5723994?source=rss
A new piazza and promenade are key features of a revitalised plan for South Perth's Mends Street precinct released by the local council.Fri, 05 Sep 2014 20:13:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4082179.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:South Perth 6151South Perth Promenade-PiazzaSouth Perth Promenade-PiazzaSupplied: City of South Perth: Supplied: City of South Perth-31.983 115.8619Tension between WA Liberals and Nationals set to intensify as state conference loomshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-02/tension-between-liberals-and-nationals-set-to-intensify-meeting/5713900?source=rss
Tension in the state government alliance looks set to intensify as the WA Nationals threaten to oppose the TAB sale and the prospect of higher gold royalties.Tue, 02 Sep 2014 20:30:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4079478.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:Gambling:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Terry RedmanTerry RedmanABC News: ABC News-30.2000 122.6167Liquor licensing change in Subiaco open for public commenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-27/licensing-change-in-subiaco-open-for-public-comment/5698738?source=rss
Subiaco council has decided to open up a contentious new draft liquor licensing policy for public comment.Wed, 27 Aug 2014 15:09:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4075198.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHealth:Drug Use:AlcoholAustralia:WA:Subiaco 6008Subiaco Council building 13 February 2014Subiaco Council building 13 February 2014: -31.9464 115.8233Liquor licensing restrictions 'nail in the coffin' for Subiaco, councillor Mark Burns sayshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-26/councillor-criticises-city-for-liquor-licensing-changes/5696174?source=rss
A Subiaco councillor launches a scathing attack on the council's liquor licensing plans, saying they are too hard for small bars.Tue, 26 Aug 2014 10:31:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4074423.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Subiaco 6008SubiacoThe corner of Hay Street and Rokeby Road in Subiaco.ABC News: ABC News-31.9464 115.8233Vic Park drawing crowds with hawkers market, pop-up parklets and muralshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-23/vic-park-strip-is-revitalised-in-new-strategy/5684304?source=rss
Hawkers markets, murals and pop-up parklets are drawing people to the Victoria Park strip.Mon, 25 Aug 2014 12:33:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4073085.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Victoria Park 6100Cooking up paella for the crowds at Vic Park hawkers marketCooking up paella for the crowds at Vic Park hawkers marketSupplied: Council: Supplied: CouncilLocal Vic Park artist Miss Spic with her son in front of her muralLocal Vic Park artist Miss Spic with her son in front of her muralMiss Spic: Miss Spic-31.9763 115.8961Northam Shire acts to ease Tough Mudder impacthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-22/northam-shire-imposes-conditions-on-tough-mudder/5689656?source=rss
The Shire of Northam has imposed a number of conditions on the organisers of a physical endurance race to allay community concerns about the impact of the event.Fri, 22 Aug 2014 14:13:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4072594.xml720 ABC PerthwheatbeltperthCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLifestyle and Leisure:All:AllAustralia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Northam 6401-31.6505 116.6728WA planning system shake-up announced to speed up development and approvals processhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-12/wa-planning-laws-shake-up/5665022?source=rss
Faster planning approvals and a more consistent approach to developments will result from a major shake-up of planning laws in Western Australia, the State Government says.Tue, 12 Aug 2014 18:13:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4065606.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Good Perth apartment high rises genericGood Perth apartment high rises genericABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Local Government Minister Tony Simpson has 'no plans' to change country council boundarieshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-06/no-plans-to-change-country-council-boundaries-simpson-says/5653702?source=rss
WA's Local Government Minister has declared he has "no plans" and "no timeframe" for council boundary changes in country areas.Wed, 06 Aug 2014 21:01:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4062376.xml720 ABC PerthgreatsouthernkimberleysouthwestwawheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Perth 6000Tony SimpsonTony SimpsonBy ABC News: By ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Fremantle announces plans for car sharing servicehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-23/fremantle-council-plans-car-share-scheme/5617896?source=rss
Fremantle City Council has announced that it plans to spearhead a car sharing service that will allow people to rent a car for as little as an hour at a time.Wed, 30 Jul 2014 11:46:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4052022.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Fremantle 6160Australia:WA:Perth 6000Car share on Russell Street, MelbourneCar share on Russell Street, MelbourneFlickr: avlxyz: Flickr: avlxyzBrad Pettitt 2012Brad Pettitt 2012730WA: 730WA-32.0531 115.745Sand used to temporarily stop Seabird street's 'aggressive' erosionhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-24/work-begins-to-stop-seabird-streets-aggressive/5620944?source=rss
Remediation work has begun to stop a street in Seabird from eroding into the ocean.Thu, 24 Jul 2014 13:35:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4052864.xml720 ABC PerthwheatbeltperthEnvironment:Environmental Management:AllEnvironment:Erosion:AllEnvironment:Land Management:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Gingin 6503Australia:WA:Seabird 6042Eroded_Turner_Street_in_Seabird_WA.jpgEroded_Turner_Street_in_Seabird_WA.jpg(Supplied: Shire of Gingin): (Supplied: Shire of Gingin)-31.2667 115.4333'Brawl' erupts at City of Vincent council meeting as $2.5m Leederville bike path plan approvedhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-23/police-called-to-council-meeting-after-bike-plan-approved/5617488?source=rss
Two people have been removed by police from a council meeting in Perth after a "brawl" in the council chamber over a new bike plan.Wed, 23 Jul 2014 17:56:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4051933.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Leederville 6007Australia:WA:Perth 6000The speed limit on Oxford Street, Leederville, has been reduced from 50 to 30 kilometres-an-hour.Main Roads is considering expanding the program. ABC News: John Carey Mayor City of VincentJohn Carey Mayor City of VincentABC News: ABC News-31.9372 115.8324WA advisory board recommendations on council reform revealedhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-22/council-changes-announced-by-advisory-board/5613606?source=rss
Recommendations for controversial council reforms in WA have been revealed by the Local Government Advisory Board, angering some affected mayors.Tue, 22 Jul 2014 10:18:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4050835.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Fremantle mayor Brad Pettitt in heavy black coat.jpgFremantle mayor Brad Pettitt in heavy black coat.jpgABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Rolf Harris plaque removed from Perth CBDhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-16/rolf-harris-plaque-removed-from-perth-cbd/5600176?source=rss
The City of Perth has removed a plaque on St George's Terrace honouring the now disgraced entertainer Rolf Harris.Wed, 16 Jul 2014 10:46:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4046903.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Crime:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Sexual Offences:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Rolf Harris Metropolitan Police photoRolf Harris Metropolitan Police photoTwitter: Metropolitan Police: Twitter: Metropolitan PoliceRolf Plaque goneRolf Plaque goneABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Local government staff 'breaking down' under council amalgamation stresshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-17/local-government-employees-concerned-about-council-amalgamations/5459492?source=rss
The climate of uncertainty over council amalgamations is leading to rising stress levels and forcing some workers to consider leaving local government, the union representing staff says.Mon, 14 Jul 2014 20:48:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4006609.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000People rally to prevent local government amalgamationsPeople rally to prevent local government amalgamationsABC News: Courtney Bembridge: ABC News: Courtney Bembridge-31.9234 115.8834Rolf Harris: Perth council set to vote on removal of footpath plaquehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-13/perth-city-council-set-to-vote-on-rolf-harris-plaque-removal/5592832?source=rss
The City of Perth council will vote this week on whether to remove a plaque dedicated to Australian entertainer and convicted child abuser Rolf Harris.Sun, 13 Jul 2014 20:34:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4044992.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Child Abuse:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Rolf Harris plaque in Perth CBDRolf Harris plaque in Perth CBDGetty Images: Paul Kane: Getty Images: Paul Kane-31.9234 115.8834Rolf Harris: WA town of Bassendean takes down entertainer's art, strips him of honourshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-03/bassendean-council-votes-to-strip-rolf-harris-of-freemanship/5570636?source=rss
The town of Bassendean has voted to strip Australian entertainer Rolf Harris of honours and remove all his art from display following his conviction on child sex offences.Fri, 04 Jul 2014 13:39:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4038952.xml720 ABC PerthperthArts and Entertainment:All:AllCommunity and Society:Child Abuse:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Bassendean 6054Rolf Harris painting at Bassendean council chambersRolf Harris painting at Bassendean council chambersABC News: Jessica Strutt: ABC News: Jessica StruttRolf Harris arrives at Southwark Court in LondonRolf Harris arrives at Southwark Court in LondonReuters: Neil Hall: Reuters: Neil Hall-31.9058 115.9474Hundreds rally outside WA Parliament against local government amalgamationshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-04-08/rally-against-wa-local-government-amalgamations-parliament-house/5376450?source=rss
Hundreds of people have gathered outside Parliament House to protest plans by the WA Government to halve the number of local government councils in Perth. Local councils banded together and pitched in thousands of dollars to advertise tonight's event, which is protesting plans to slash numbers of metropolitan councils from 30 to 15. Until now, different councils have been largely going it alone in their fight against the Government's planned reforms.Thu, 03 Jul 2014 22:02:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\3981334.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000People rally to prevent local government amalgamationsPeople rally to prevent local government amalgamationsABC News: Courtney Bembridge: ABC News: Courtney Bembridge-31.9234 115.8834Legal action over council mergers to be lodged in WA Supreme Courthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-01/legal-action-to-be-launched-over-council-mergers/5564128?source=rss
Legal action against the WA Government'splans to slash the number of local councils in the metropolitan area is expected to be officially launched in the Supreme Court today.Wed, 02 Jul 2014 08:20:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4037153.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Tony SimpsonTony SimpsonABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Rolf Harris may be stripped of honours by his hometown of Bassendean in WAhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-01/rolf-harris-may-be-stripped-of-local-honours/5562720?source=rss
A council in the Perth suburb where Rolf Harris grew up has called a special meeting to consider removing honours bestowed on the convicted entertainer.Tue, 01 Jul 2014 14:09:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201407\4036831.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Courts and Trials:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Sexual Offences:AllAustralia:WA:Bassendean 6054Australia:WA:Perth 6000United Kingdom:All:AllRolf Harris photo removed from Bassendean council chambersRolf Harris photo removed from Bassendean council chambersABC News: Jessica Strutt: ABC News: Jessica Strutt-31.9058 115.9474South Perth councillors vote to take the name South Park after merger with Victoria Parkhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-06-30/south-perth-votes-to-become-south-park/5559840?source=rss
City of South Perth councillors have voted to take the name South Park if a merger with the neighbouring Town of Victoria Park goes ahead.Mon, 30 Jun 2014 14:43:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201406\4036036.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHuman Interest:Offbeat:AllAustralia:WA:South Perth 6151Australia:WA:Victoria Park 6100South Park season 17 title imageSouth Park season 17 title imageSouth Park Studios: South Park StudiosSouth Perth foreshoreSouth Perth foreshore720 ABC Perth: Emma Wynne: 720 ABC Perth: Emma Wynne-31.983 115.8619Peppermint Grove council plans to seize Taj Mahal On Swanhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-06-27/taj-mahal-may-be-sold-to-recoup-council-rates/5556202?source=rss
The Shire of Peppermint Grove has said it hopes to sell off an incomplete mansion, known as the Taj Mahal On Swan, to recoup unpaid council rates.Fri, 27 Jun 2014 19:18:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201406\4034962.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Peppermint Grove 6011Oswal's Taj Mahal On Swan. Under construction 2011.Oswal's Taj Mahal On Swan. Under construction 2011.ABC News: ABC News-32 115.7666Mayors concerned at proposed uniform online planning applications for local councilshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-06-23/uniform-online-planning-applications-system-concerns/5544810?source=rss
West Australian Local Government Minister Tony Simpson has flagged an online system for planning applications for local councils in a bid to make it simpler for developers and homeowners.Mon, 23 Jun 2014 20:58:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201406\4031478.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Mosman Park 6012Australia:WA:Perth 6000Tony SimpsonTony SimpsonABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834WA Government removes conflict of interest provision for board overseeing council mergershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-06-11/wa-government-removes-key-conflict-of-interest-provision-for-bo/5516678?source=rss
The WA Government has removed a key conflict of interest provision from the high-powered board overseeing council amalgamations. The Opposition said Local Government Minister Tony Simpson has compromised both the Local Government Advisory Board and its decisions with the stroke of a pen. The Government plans to slash the number of local councils from 30 to about 15 under controversial proposals that have attracted the ire of mayors and ratepayers.Thu, 12 Jun 2014 10:45:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201406\4023553.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Tony SimpsonTony SimpsonABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Regional council amalgamations are inevitable but will take timehttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/06/11/4023305.htm?source=rss
Local Government Minister Tony Simpson has declared that regional amalgamations are inevitable. It would not happen until the metropolitan changes are completed, but he warned regional councils to get ready and not stand in the way of reform.Thu, 12 Jun 2014 09:20:00 +0800\xmlcontent\201406\4023305.xml720 ABC PerthsouthwestwagreatsouthernperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllAustralia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Narrogin 6312Australia:WA:Perth 6000Bunbury cityBunbury City is in favour of council amalgamations as it would benefit from an increased ratepayer baseSKABC Local: SKMinister Local Government Tony SimpsonThe Minister chats to guests at a business function in BunburySKABC Local: SK-33.3267 115.6347City of Canning council should be sacked, finds report ordered by WA Governmenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-06-10/report-recommends-canning-city-council-be-sacked/5513602?source=rss
A south-eastern Perth council should be sacked, a West Australian Government-ordered inquiry has found. In a report, tabled in State Parliament today, the inquiry said the City of Canning failed to engage with the community and there was a "significant element of distrust or lack of faith shown by the council as a whole towards the administration". It found the council failed to provide good governance and there was a lack of transparency in many of its decisions. There is speculation the State Government will seize on the report and use it as further evidence of the need to slash the number of metropolitan councils from 30 to about 14.Tue, 10 Jun 2014 20:25:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201406\4022612.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:WA:Cannington 6107Canning CouncilCanning Council: -32.0176 115.931Subiaco council votes to fight to remain independenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-06-06/subiaco-council-votes-to-fight-forced-amalgamation/5505740?source=rss
Subiaco Council has voted to take legal action to fight to remain an independent local government.Fri, 06 Jun 2014 15:48:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201406\4020378.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllAustralia:WA:Subiaco 6008Subiaco Mayor Heather Henderson. June 06, 2014.Subiaco Mayor Heather Henderson. June 06, 2014.ABC News: ABC News-31.9464 115.8233Senior City of Perth project officer guilty of corruption for giving tender information to plumberhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-30/council-employee-guilty-of-corruption/5490242?source=rss
A former senior project officer with the City of Perth has been sentenced for corrupt business dealings charges, but has walked free from court with a suspended sentence.Fri, 30 May 2014 17:40:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4015917.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Corruption:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Courts and Trials:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Perth City Council House at nightPerth City Council House at night: -31.9234 115.8834'Rates to rise' without extra merger cash from State Government, councils sayhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-19/wa-councils-give-colin-barnett-ultimatum-on-merger-cash/5463306?source=rss
Angry WA mayors have issued a three-week ultimatum to Premier Colin Barnett to respond to demands for more funds for council amalgamations. The fight between mayors and the State Government escalated after the recent state budget failed to set aside the significant funding that local governments had been promised to get on with the mergers. Following a meeting today, local governments say the threat to walk away from the amalgamation process remains, but in the interim they will wage a campaign warning the community that without funding, rates will rise. But Mr Barnett says that if local councils will not cooperate, the Government will run the amalgamation process without their involvement.Tue, 20 May 2014 06:49:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4007729.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Troy PickardTroy PickardABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Local Government Minister unwilling to budge on controversial council reformshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/video/2014/05/16/4006464.htm?source=rss
The Local Government Minister Tony Simpson says a planned merger of metropolitan councils will go ahead with or without their participation.Fri, 16 May 2014 21:57:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4006464.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Local Government Minister unwilling to budge on controversial council reformsLocal Government Minister unwilling to budge on controversial council reformsStateline WA: Stateline WALocal Government Minister unwilling to budge on controversial council reformsThe Local Government Minister Tony Simpson says a planned merger of metropolitan councils will go ahead with or without their participation.Andrew O'Conner-31.9234 115.8834Councils voice 'sense of betrayal' over WA Government's refusal to foot amalgamation billhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-15/councils-maintain-the-rage-over-amalgamation-plans/5456000?source=rss
WA Premier Colin Barnett is on a collision course with mayors over their demands for an immediate injection of $60 million to fund proposed amalgamations.Thu, 15 May 2014 19:48:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4005489.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Close up of WA Premier Colin Barnett reacting to federal budget 2014Close up of WA Premier Colin Barnett reacting to federal budget 2014ABC News: Andrew O'Connor: ABC News: Andrew O'Connor-31.9234 115.8834Council amalgamation plan in doubt amid funding stoushhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-12/council-amalgamation-plan-in-doubt-amid-funding-stoush/5448286?source=rss
The West Australian Government's council merger plans are in danger of collapse, with Perth mayors threatening to walk away from the process unless more money is found.Tue, 13 May 2014 08:31:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4003131.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000People rally to prevent local government amalgamationsPeople rally to prevent local government amalgamationsABC News: Courtney Bembridge: ABC News: Courtney Bembridge-31.9234 115.8834WA Government to kick in $10 million for new Dockers Cockburn homehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-09/dockers-new-home-gets-10-million-from-government/5443396?source=rss
The WA Government will kick in $10 million for a sports centre that will become the new home of the Fremantle Dockers.Fri, 09 May 2014 19:56:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4001808.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllSport:Australian Football League:AllAustralia:WA:Fremantle 6160Australia:WA:Perth 6000Dockers flag raised outside Premier's officeDockers flag raised outside Premier's officeABC News: Stephanie Dalzell: ABC News: Stephanie Dalzell-32.0531 115.745'Embarrassing stuff up': Mural by renowned Perth artist mistakenly painted overhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-08/stormie-mills-mural-mistakenly-painted-over/5439086?source=rss
A police anti-graffiti operation has resulted in a popular street mural by a high profile Perth artist being removed.Thu, 08 May 2014 16:56:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4000825.xml720 ABC PerthperthArts and Entertainment:Street Art:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Police:AllAustralia:WA:Northbridge 6003Stormie Mills' mural in Northbridge, photographed in September 2011Stormie Mills' mural in Northbridge, photographed in September 2011Flickr:erokism: Flickr:erokismStormie Mills' mural in Northbridge, photographed May 2011.Stormie Mills' mural in Northbridge, photographed May 2011.Supplied: David Hutson: Supplied: David Hutson-31.9471 115.853Wheatbelt shire to probe credit card records after CEO Ray Hooper steps downhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-04-17/york-ceo-steps-down-amid-credit-card-investigation/5395568?source=rss
York Shire in WA's Wheatbelt will examine its credit card records following the surprise resignation of its chief executive, Ray Hooper. His resignation this week came after a council review of a letter he sent to a ratepayer who claimed Mr Hooper was abusing his shire credit card. Mr Hooper has denied misusing his shire credit card and told the ABC he decided to resign following a "vendetta" by community members.Thu, 17 Apr 2014 17:09:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201404\3987841.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:York 6302York town hallYork town hallSupplied: Wikimedia Commons: Supplied: Wikimedia CommonsFormer York CEO Ray Hooper has resignedFormer York CEO Ray Hooper has resignedSupplied: Supplied-31.8859 116.7673City of Perth approves plan to take parts of Subiaco and Cambridgehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-04-15/city-of-perth-approves-plan-to-includes-parts-of-subiaco-in-its/5392840?source=rss
The City of Perth has approved a plan that could see its boundaries expanded to take in a large section of the City of Subiaco and the Town of Cambridge.Tue, 15 Apr 2014 22:54:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201404\3986358.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:Subiaco 6008Perth skylinePerth skylineABC Online: -31.9234 115.8834Shire says WA Govt help needed for Seabird erosion fixhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-04-08/gingin-shire-says-wa-govt-help-needed-for-coastal/5374958?source=rss
The Shire of Gingin says it will need financial help from the Western Australian Government to address long-term erosion issues at Seabird.Tue, 08 Apr 2014 12:55:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201404\3980887.xml720 ABC PerthwheatbeltperthEnvironment:Environmental Management:AllEnvironment:Erosion:AllEnvironment:Land Management:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Gingin 6503Australia:WA:Seabird 6042-31.2667 115.4333Perth councils form alliance to fight merger plan ahead of rally outside WA Parliamenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-04-08/perth-councils-rally-at-wa-parliament-against-mergers/5374220?source=rss
A group of metropolitan councils has united to oppose State Government plans for amalgamations, ahead of a rally outside Parliament tonight. The Government says its plan to reduce the number of councils from 30 to 15 will cut down on administrative costs and provide more efficient services. However, an alliance of councils, including Kalamunda, South Perth, Subiaco, Nedlands, East Fremantle, Cockburn, Mosman Park and Serpentine-Jarrahdale, has spent thousands of dollars in advertising to encourage ratepayers to attend the rally, and has not ruled out spending more. Local Government Minister Tony Simpson says the rally is likely to attract ill-informed residents.Tue, 08 Apr 2014 12:49:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201404\3980662.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Tony SimpsonTony SimpsonABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Resident launches legal challenge to council merge planshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-03-21/resident-launches-legal-challenge-to-council-merge/5338322?source=rss
Fri, 21 Mar 2014 22:27:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201403\3969222.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Resident launches legal challenge to council merge plansResident launches legal challenge to council merge plans7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WAResident launches legal challenge to council merge plansA City of Vincent resident is preparing to launch a legal challenge to the government's local council amalgamation plans.Jessica Strutt-31.9234 115.8834Resident launches legal action opposing local council amalgamationshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-03-21/legal-action-against-launched-local-council-amalgamations/5337536?source=rss
A Perth resident is preparing to launch a legal challenge to the State Government's local council amalgamation plans. Ian Ker has engaged a lawyer and a barrister and says he is funding the action because he is angry about the process. The former Vincent councillor says the Government is deliberately robbing residents of their right to have a say as it moves to halve the number of metropolitan councils.Fri, 21 Mar 2014 20:25:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201403\3969072.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Leederville 6007Australia:WA:North Perth 6006WA Premier Colin BarnettWA Premier Colin BarnettABC News: ABC News-30.2000 122.6167Buswell down in the dumps before crashhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/03/10/3960475.htm?source=rss
Close friend and colleague Ian Stubbs says he was aware of changes in Troy Buswell's demeanour prior to the Minister's breakdown.Mon, 10 Mar 2014 16:44:00 +0800\xmlcontent\201403\3960475.xml720 ABC PerthsouthwestwaperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:LiberalsHealth:Mental Health:AllAustralia:WA:Busselton 6280Australia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:Vasse 6280Ian StubbsMayor Ian Stubbs on the Busselton foreshoreLiz GwynneABC Local: Liz Gwynne-33.6537 115.344Liberal backbencher John McGrath is concerned his party is "misleading" votershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/video/2014/03/07/3959419.htm?source=rss
The Member for South Perth, John McGrath, says his own side of politics has used "trickery" and is deliberately "misleading" voters.Fri, 07 Mar 2014 22:57:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201403\3959419.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:WA:East Perth 6004Liberal backbencher John McGrath is concerned his party is "misleading" votersLiberal backbencher John McGrath is concerned his party is "misleading" votersStateline WA: Stateline WALiberal backbencher John McGrath is concerned his party is "misleading" votersThe Member for South Perth, John McGrath, says his own side of politics has used "trickery" and is deliberately "misleading" voters.Andrew O'Connor-31.9547 115.8749WA council amalgamations: senior Liberal MP John McGrath accuses Government of 'trickery'http://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-03-07/senior-liberal-mp-breaks-ranks-over-wa-council-amalgamations/5306788?source=rss
Another senior West Australian Liberal MP has broken ranks to openly attack the State Government on council amalgamations, accusing it of using "trickery" and deliberately "misleading" constituents.Fri, 07 Mar 2014 17:06:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201403\3959219.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:South Perth 6151Australia:WA:Victoria Park 6100John McGrathJohn McGrathABC: -31.983 115.8619Shire to reveal new child services hubhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-03-07/shire-to-reveal-new-childhood-services-hub/5306442?source=rss
The Shire of York is set to unveil its new childhood services hub, which it says will be a vital resource for young families.Fri, 07 Mar 2014 15:00:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201403\3959120.xml720 ABC PerthwheatbeltperthCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:ChildrenGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllAustralia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:York 6302-31.8859 116.7673Regions remain up-beat about Super Towns schemehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-03-06/regions-remain-up-beat-about-super-towns-scheme/5303498?source=rss
The shire president of a town involved in the Western Australian Government's 'Super Town' program says much of the criticism directed at it by the State Opposition is unfounded.Thu, 06 Mar 2014 15:06:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201403\3958237.xml720 ABC PerthsouthcoastgreatsouthernsouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltperthgoldfieldsBusiness, Economics and Finance:Regional Development:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Boddington 6390Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Collie 6225Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Jurien Bay 6516Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Katanning 6317Australia:WA:Manjimup 6258Australia:WA:Margaret River 6285Australia:WA:Morawa 6623Australia:WA:Northam 6401-30.2000 122.6167Second Liberal MP launches attack on council amalgamation planhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-02-27/second-minister-launches-attack-on-council/5289556?source=rss
Fri, 28 Feb 2014 11:59:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201402\3953988.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Second minister launches attack on council amalgamation planSecond minister launches attack on council amalgamation plan7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WASecond Liberal MP launches attack on council amalgamation planA former state minister has become the latest Liberal MP to openly attack the Government on council amalgamations.Jade MacMillan-31.9234 115.8834Liberal backbencher Simon O'Brien criticises the Government over local government amalgamationshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-02-27/backbencher-criticises-government-merger-plan/5287444?source=rss
Former Liberal minister Simon O'Brien has accused the State Government of using "verbal gymnastics" to mislead over council amalgamations.Thu, 27 Feb 2014 16:03:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201402\3953260.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Transport Minister Simon O'Brien says Mandurah businesses can apply for compensation.Mandurah businesses can apply for compensation.: -31.9234 115.8834Liberal party division pushes for Burswood not to be handed to Perth under local council carve-uphttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-02-26/liberal-party-division-pushes-for-changes-to-council-plans/5284946?source=rss
A division of the Liberal Party is pushing for the Burswood Casino and peninsula not to be handed to the City of Perth in the new council carve-up.Wed, 26 Feb 2014 14:14:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201402\3952547.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Burswood 6100Burswood CasinoBurswood CasinoABC News: ABC News-31.9638 115.8938Subiaco council votes for two options, rather than merging with six other western suburbs councilshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-02-14/subiaco-council-votes-to-merge-with-perth/5259894?source=rss
The Subiaco Council has voted eight to four in favour of merging with the City of Perth, as part of the State Government's plans to halve the number of metropolitan councils. The Government's current proposal is for Subiaco to merge with six other western suburbs councils. In a meeting last night, Subiaco councillors decided to submit two proposals to the Local Government Advisory Board.Fri, 14 Feb 2014 15:59:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201402\3944694.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:Subiaco 6008Subiaco Council building 13 February 2014Subiaco Council building 13 February 2014: -31.9464 115.8233Subiaco Business Association pushes for merger with City of Perth as council voteshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-02-13/subi-pushes-for-merger-with-perth/5259024?source=rss
The Subiaco Business Association is pushing for the cities of Perth and Subiaco to merge, as part of State Government's plans to halve the number of metropolitan councils. The Government's current proposal is for the City of Subiaco to merge with six other Western suburbs councils to create a 'super council'. The Subiaco Council is meeting tonight to consider which plan it will support and one of the options is a full merger with Perth.Fri, 14 Feb 2014 00:31:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201402\3944423.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Subiaco 6008Subiaco Council building 13 February 2014Subiaco Council building 13 February 2014: -31.9464 115.8233York Shire residents to get say on landfill planhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-02-06/york-shire-residents-to-get-say-on-landfill-plan/5243138?source=rss
The Shire of York says a recent meeting over a proposed landfill site near the town has shown the community is strongly against the idea.Thu, 06 Feb 2014 15:04:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201402\3939482.xml720 ABC PerthwheatbeltperthCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllEnvironment:Recycling and Waste Management:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:York 6302-31.8859 116.7673Local Government Minister Tony Simpson unsure how much council amalgamations will costhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-02-06/high-cost-of-local-council-amalgamation/5241848?source=rss
The Local Government Minister Tony Simpson has admitted he does not know how much it will cost to halve the number of Metropolitan councils.Thu, 06 Feb 2014 13:07:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201402\3939134.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Tony SimpsonTony SimpsonABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Mayors angry local communities will not be able to veto council mergershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-02-05/mayors-angry-local-communities-will-not-be-able-to/5241322?source=rss
Wed, 05 Feb 2014 22:23:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201402\3938974.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Mayors angry local communities will not be able to veto council mergersMayors angry local communities will not be able to veto council mergers7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WAMayors angry local communities will not be able to veto council mergersMayors have reacted angrily to the news that their local communities will not be able to veto mergers under the Government's latest proposals.Jessica Strutt-31.9234 115.8834Subiaco lobbies ahead of local council amalgamation meetinghttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-02-04/subiaco-lobbies-ahead-of-local-council/5238744?source=rss
Tue, 04 Feb 2014 22:31:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201402\3938166.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Subiaco lobbies ahead of local council amalgamation meetingSubiaco lobbies ahead of local council amalgamation meeting7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WASubiaco lobbies ahead of local council amalgamation meetingLocal Government Minister Tony Simpson to meet with council mayors over amalgamations as Subiaco lobbies to strengthen provisions allowing residents to veto council boundary changes.Jessica Strutt-31.9234 115.8834Report details reasons for Wheatbelt shires merger snubhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-01-29/report-details-reasons-for-wheatbelt-shires-merger/5225378?source=rss
The Local Government Advisory Board says its decision to terminate the proposed merger of four Western Australian Wheatbelt shires was driven in part by financial concerns, a lack of common goals and the community's reaction.Wed, 29 Jan 2014 15:20:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201401\3934177.xml720 ABC PerthsouthcoastgreatsouthernwheatbeltperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Cunderdin 6407Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Quairading 6383Australia:WA:Tammin 6409Australia:WA:York 6302-30.2000 122.6167City of Perth project officer charged by the Corruption and Crime Commissionhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-01-24/corrupt-council-worker/5218272?source=rss
A project officer at the City of Perth has been charged by the Corruption and Crime Commission with two counts of corruption relating to capital works projects.Fri, 24 Jan 2014 19:05:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201401\3931897.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Corruption:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000-31.9234 115.8834A merger proposal between Wheatbelt shires rejected, after millions of dollars in the developmenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-01-17/wa-council-amalgamation-merger/5204908?source=rss
Local governments have expressed concern about a decision to kill off merger discussions between four Wheatbelt shires.Fri, 17 Jan 2014 19:41:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201401\3927286.xml720 ABC PerthsouthcoastgreatsouthernwheatbeltperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Cunderdin 6407Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Quairading 6383Australia:WA:Tammin 6409Australia:WA:York 6302Troy PickardTroy PickardABC News: ABC News-32.0115 117.3988Desperation leads to escape attempts at Northam detention centrehttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/01/14/3925527.htm?source=rss
Yet another breakout of detainees from the Yongah Hill detention centre in Northam has lead to questions about security and motives.Tue, 14 Jan 2014 14:46:00 +0800\xmlcontent\201401\3925527.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:Immigration:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllCommunity and Society:Immigration:RefugeesAustralia:WA:Northam 6401Three detainees escaped from the Northam detention centre on the weekendThree detainees escaped from the Northam detention centre on the weekendKathryn DissABC News: Kathryn DissSarah Ross from Refugee Rights Action Network speaks with ABC's Geoff CannonSarah Ross from Refugee Rights Action Network speaks with ABC's Geoff Cannon Geoffrey Cannon -31.6505 116.6728Shire seeks urgent meeting over detention centre escapeshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-01-14/shire-seeks-urgent-meeting-over-detention-centre/5199512?source=rss
The Northam Shire president has flagged concerns over the security of a detention centre in the town, after a group of men escaped from the facility in broad daylight.Tue, 14 Jan 2014 14:24:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201401\3925387.xml720 ABC PerthwheatbeltperthCommunity and Society:Immigration:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Prisons and Punishment:AllAustralia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Northam 6401-31.6505 116.6728WA immigration centre escapes spark security concernshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-12-29/two-inmates-escape-from-wa-immigration-centre/5177466?source=rss
Concerns have been raised about security at an immigration detention centre in Western Australia after the second escape from the facility in a matter of months. Two Vietnamese inmates escaped from the Yongah Hills Immigration Detention Centre on Friday, just months after five men escaped the same facility.Sun, 29 Dec 2013 08:17:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201312\3918138.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:Immigration:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHealth:safety:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Police:AllAustralia:WA:Northam 6401Yongah Hill Immigration Detention CentreYongah Hill Immigration Detention Centre: -31.6505 116.6728Fremantle decayhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-12-20/fremantle-decay/5170808?source=rss
Fri, 20 Dec 2013 22:46:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201312\3915933.xml720 ABC PerthperthBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Building and ConstructionGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Fremantle 6160Fremantle decayFremantle decay7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WAFremantle decayA cost blow-out threatens to derail the City of Fremantle's plans to redevelop the historic warders' cottages.Jessica Strutt-32.0531 115.745Restoration of Fremantle's historic warders' cottages could be delayed due to cost blow-outshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-12-20/fremantle-decay/5170660?source=rss
A cost blow-out is threatening to derail the City of Fremantle's plans to redevelop historic warders' cottages in the heart of the port city.Fri, 20 Dec 2013 20:25:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201312\3915890.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Fremantle 6160Heritage listed cottages that house the warders from Fremantle PrisonHeritage listed cottages that house the warders from Fremantle Prison: -32.0531 115.745Local Government says it would support a review of rules governing gifts to senior officershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-12-20/walga-ccc/5168978?source=rss
The WA Local Government Association says it would support a review of the rules for public officers who receive gifts. The Corruption and Crime Commission has recommended action be taken against former Kalamunda Shire CEO James Trail after he spent more than a million dollars on IT software without going to tender or getting quotes. He also received gifts, including overseas travel, from the company involved.Fri, 20 Dec 2013 10:03:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201312\3915291.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Kalamunda 6076Australia:WA:Perth 6000Troy PickardTroy PickardABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834City of Albany angered by hoax sign at site of former Esplanade Hotelhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-12-19/albany-hotel-hoax/5167518?source=rss
A hoax claiming the Church of Scientology was planning a nine-storey development at an iconic Albany site in WA's South Coast has infuriated local authorities.Thu, 19 Dec 2013 14:33:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201312\3914811.xml720 ABC PerthsouthcoastperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Perth 6000Albany hoax signAlbany hoax signABC News: Jacob Kagi: ABC News: Jacob Kagi-35.0239 117.8805Local councils short changed over proposed amalgamationshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-12-14/council-cash/5156902?source=rss
Local councils have received only one third of the $1.8 million the government set aside to assist them in their planning for proposed amalgamations.Sun, 15 Dec 2013 13:53:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201312\3911691.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Cover of 2012 draft report into Local Government reform in WACover of 2012 draft report into Local Government reform in WA: -31.9234 115.8834Council considers ban on bad behaviour in the chamberhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-12-02/council-considers-ban-on-bad-behaviour-in-the/5130198?source=rss
Mon, 02 Dec 2013 22:21:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201312\3903604.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Melville 6156Australia:WA:Perth 6000Council considers ban on bad behaviour in the chamberCouncil considers ban on bad behaviour in the chamber7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WACouncil considers ban on bad behaviour in the chamberThe City of Melville is updating its code of conduct for elected members. Among planned changes are banning negative body language and talking while another councillor has the floor.Samia O'Keefe-31.9234 115.8834Ellen Holmeshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2013/12/02/3903161.htm?source=rss
Ellen Holmes is a 21 year old carer who looks after both her mother and her younger brother.
Mon, 02 Dec 2013 14:28:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201312\3903161.xml720 ABC PerthcanberrasydneydarwinbrisbaneadelaidehobartperthCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:AllCommunity and Society:Youth:AllEducation:All:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHealth:Adolescent Health:AllHealth:Child Health and Behaviour:AllHealth:Disabilities:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:DepressionHuman Interest:People:AllInformation and Communication:Broadcasting:ABCCommunity and Society:Carers:AllCommunity and Society:Women:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:ADHDHealth:Diseases and Disorders:Diseases and DisordersHealth:Diseases and Disorders:Genetic disordersHealth:Diseases and Disorders:Autism Spectrum DisorderAustralia:ACT:AllAustralia:ACT:Canberra 2600Australia:NSW:AllAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:SA:AllAustralia:SA:Adelaide 5000Australia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Ellen HolmesEllen HolmesABC Local: Ellen Holmes - ConversationsEllen Holmes in conversation with Richard Fidler. -27.4698 153.024Backdown for the Premier as the Nationals refuse to support changes to amalgamation legislationhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-29/council-amalgamations/5126124?source=rss
The Premier has been forced into another back down over his local government amalgamation legislation after his governing partner, the National Party refused to support a proposed change.Fri, 29 Nov 2013 19:49:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3902172.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Tony SimpsonTony SimpsonABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Shire relieved at moves to fix Jurien Bay marina woeshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-29/shire-relieved-at-moves-to-fix-jurien-bay-marina/5125302?source=rss
The Shire of Dandaragan has welcomed a Western Australian Government commitment to resolve problems at Jurien Bay marina, which it says have hurt tourism and commercial fishing.Fri, 29 Nov 2013 14:51:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3901925.xml720 ABC PerthperthwheatbeltCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllEnvironment:Environmental Management:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllAustralia:WA:Dandaragan 6507Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Jurien Bay 6516-30.2833 115.0333Cockburn residents are protesting outside Parliament against the proposed merger of the councilhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-28/cockburn-council-amalgamation-protest/5122770?source=rss
About 200 people have gathered on the steps of State Parliament in protest against the State Government's plan to carve-up the City of Cockburn.Thu, 28 Nov 2013 14:48:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3901042.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Melville 6156Residents protest outside State Parliament in Perth against proposed merger of Cockburn council 28 NResidents protest outside State Parliament in Perth against proposed merger of Cockburn council 28 November 2013Stephanie Dalzell: Stephanie Dalzell-32.0351 115.7917Premier denies merger to expedite highway planhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-14/premier-denies-merger-to-expedite-highway-plan/5093376?source=rss
Thu, 14 Nov 2013 22:25:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3891351.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:WA:Beeliar 6164Australia:WA:Perth 6000Premier denies merger to expedite highway planPremier denies merger to expedite highway plan7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WAPremier denies merger to expedite highway planThe Premier has denied the Government is carving up the City of Cockburn to make it easier to push ahead with the Roe Highway extension.Jade Macmillan-31.9234 115.8834The WA Government rules out introducing new laws to freeze council rateshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-14/government-rules-out-new-laws-for-rates-freeze/5090992?source=rss
The Local Government Minister Tony Simpson says he has no plans to change the law to allow a freeze on council rates after the proposed amalgamation of local governments.Thu, 14 Nov 2013 14:21:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3890654.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Tony SimpsonTony SimpsonABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Premier Colin Barnett denies Cockburn merger boundaries aim to smooth Roe Highway extensionhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-14/roe-extension-clouds-merger-plan/5092100?source=rss
The Premier Colin Barnett has denied changes proposed to the City of Cockburn boundaries are aimed at making it easier for the government to build the Roe Highway extension.Thu, 14 Nov 2013 14:12:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3890956.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:WA:Beeliar 6164Australia:WA:Perth 6000beeliar wetlands 20/09/2013beeliar wetlands 20/09/2013: -32.1333 115.7833Government changes plans on local councils, now proposing to halve the number from 30 to 15http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-12/government-again-changes-plans-on-local-councils/5086550?source=rss
The State Government has again changed its plans to slash the number of Perth metropolitan councils, now halving the number from 30 to 15.Tue, 12 Nov 2013 20:10:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3889404.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Tony SimpsonTony SimpsonABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Premier cannot confirm final number of councilshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-05/premier-cannot-confirm-final-number-of-councils/5071984?source=rss
Tue, 05 Nov 2013 22:23:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3884713.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:South Perth 6151Australia:WA:Victoria Park 6100Premier cannot confirm final number of councilsPremier cannot confirm final number of councils7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WAPremier cannot confirm final number of councilsThe Premier, Colin Barnett, has refused to be drawn on the final number of councils in the Perth metropolitan area after a local government overhaul.Alisha O'Flaherty-31.9234 115.8834McGowan criticises Barnett for changes to local government mergers as mayor outraged by new planhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-05/victoria-park-mayor-opposed-to-new-plan/5069784?source=rss
Premier Colin Barnett is criticised by Opposition Leader Mark McGowan for creating uncertainty over changes to local government.Tue, 05 Nov 2013 20:18:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3884086.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Victoria Park 6100Colin Barnett and Mark McGowanColin Barnett and Mark McGowanAAP: AAP-31.9763 115.8961State government changes plan to include all of Vincent in Perth LGAhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-04/state-government-changes-plan-to-include-all-of/5069190?source=rss
Mon, 04 Nov 2013 22:15:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3883897.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:South Perth 6151Australia:WA:Victoria Park 6100State government changes plan to include all of Vincent in Perth LGAState government changes plan to include all of Vincent in Perth LGA7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WAState government changes plan to include all of Vincent in Perth LGAThe state government has announced all of the Town of Vincent will now be amalgamated into the City of Perth.
It follows significant community opposition to the Town of Vincent being split between the Perth and Stirling local government areas in the final draft.Jessica Strutt-31.9234 115.8834Government alters amalgamation plan to include all of Vincent in City of Perthhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-04/city-of-perth-boundaries/5068710?source=rss
The State Government has done a backflip and agreed for the whole of Vincent to be included in the City of Perth as part of its metropolitan council amalgamation plan.Mon, 04 Nov 2013 19:13:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3883731.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Enjoying a glass of wine at a cafe on Oxford StreetEnjoying a glass of wine at a cafe on Oxford StreetABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834People living in Perth's outer suburbs are starved of places to play sporthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/video/2013/11/01/3882608.htm?source=rss
Sporting groups and local councils say communities in Perth's newer suburbs are suffering from a lack of playing fieldsFri, 01 Nov 2013 23:20:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201311\3882608.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllSport:All:AllSport:Athletics:AllSport:Australian Football League:AllSport:Cricket:AllSport:Soccer:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:Wanneroo 6065Australia:WA:Yanchep 6035People living in Perth's outer suburbs are starved of places to play sportPeople living in Perth's outer suburbs are starved of places to play sportStateline WA: Stateline WAPeople living in Perth's outer suburbs are starved of places to play sportSporting groups and local councils say communities in Perth's newer suburbs are suffering from a lack of playing fieldsLucy Martin-31.9234 115.8834Local government legislation introduced but council merger veto provision left in, for nowhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-30/local-government-legislation-introduced-but-leave-in-veto-provi/5058792?source=rss
Local government legislation has been introduced to Parliament, without the scrapping of controversial provisions allowing ratepayers to veto council mergers.Wed, 30 Oct 2013 17:23:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3880457.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Tony SimpsonTony SimpsonABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Local government concerned by further planning changeshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-28/local-government-concerned-by-further-planning/5051114?source=rss
Mon, 28 Oct 2013 22:17:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3878828.xml720 ABC PerthperthCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Local government concerned by further planning changesLocal government concerned by further planning changes7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WALocal government concerned by further planning changesThe local government sector is concerned proposed changes to WA's planning system could erode their power over property developments.Emily Piesse-31.9234 115.8834Shire of York gets new presidenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-28/shire-of-york-gets-new-president/5049718?source=rss
The Shire of York has a new president.Mon, 28 Oct 2013 13:17:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3878392.xml720 ABC PerthwheatbeltperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:York 6302-31.8859 116.7673Fremantle urges the State Government to support its ban on plastic bagshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-25/bag-ban/5045154?source=rss
The fate of a City of Fremantle local law which bans the use of non-degradable plastic bags in shops now rests with Upper House MPs.Fri, 25 Oct 2013 09:24:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3876755.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Fremantle 6160Australia:WA:Perth 6000A supermarket shopping trolley filled with plastic bags.A supermarket shopping trolley filled with plastic bags.ABC TV: ABC TV-32.0531 115.745State Government reaffirms opposition to compulsory voting in local government electionshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-22/compulsory-local-government-voting-ruled-out-again/5037708?source=rss
The State Government has reaffirmed its opposition to compulsory voting in local government elections, despite low participation rates at the weekend.Tue, 22 Oct 2013 15:00:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3874228.xml720 ABC PerthsouthcoastkimberleysouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwagreatsouthernperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Denmark 6333Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Katanning 6317Australia:WA:Perth 6000-31.9234 115.8834Low voter turnout for council electionshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-20/local-elections/5034040?source=rss
Low voter turnout for council electionsSun, 20 Oct 2013 12:22:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3872931.xml720 ABC PerthsouthcoastkimberleysouthwestwawheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Perth 6000Troy PickardTroy PickardABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Kwinana bid to take over large parts of Cockburnhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-19/kwinana-council/5033288?source=rss
A row has erupted between two southern Perth councils as the City of Kwinana pushes to take over large parts of the City of Cockburn.Sat, 19 Oct 2013 13:02:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3872694.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Kwinana Town Centre 6167KwinanaKwinanaSupplied: Department of Human Services: Supplied: Department of Human Services-32.2333 115.8000Debate over future of Claremont showgroundshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-18/debate-over-future-of-claremont-showgrounds/5032942?source=rss
Fri, 18 Oct 2013 22:26:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3872582.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Housing:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllRural:Agricultural Shows:AllAustralia:WA:Claremont 6010Australia:WA:Perth 6000Debate over future of Claremont showgroundsDebate over future of Claremont showgrounds7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WADebate over future of Claremont showgroundsThe Royal Agricultural Society has appointed consultants to investigate redevelopment options at the Claremont Showgrounds.Jessica Strutt-31.9825 115.7799The Claremont Showground could be sold off and turned into a residential housing estatehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-18/royal-show-site-development/5032772?source=rss
Part of the Claremont showground could be sold off to create a mixed-use precinct in one option being considered by the Royal Agricultural Society to generate income.Fri, 18 Oct 2013 20:14:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3872518.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllRural:Agricultural Shows:AllAustralia:WA:Claremont 6010Australia:WA:Perth 6000Perth Royal ShowPerth Royal Show: -31.9825 115.7799Government may back down on controversial decision to dump local government provisionhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-16/government-may-back-down-on-local-government-provision/5026866?source=rss
The Premier Colin Barnett has conceded he may back down on controversial plans to scrap legislative provisions allowing electors to veto council mergers.Wed, 16 Oct 2013 18:11:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3870607.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Colin Barnett at ArenaColin Barnett at ArenaABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834The Electoral Commission warns WA on track to record lowest turnout in local government electionshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-16/low-turnout-in-local-government-elections/5025526?source=rss
The Electoral Commission has warned WA is on track to record its lowest local government election turnout in the state's history.Wed, 16 Oct 2013 14:11:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3870042.xml720 ABC PerthsouthcoastkimberleysouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwagreatsouthernperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Denmark 6333Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Katanning 6317Australia:WA:Perth 6000WA local government reform report 26/07/2013WA local government reform report 26/07/2013: -31.9234 115.8834Government poised to back down over elector veto powershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-11/government-poised-to-back-down-over-elector-veto/5018128?source=rss
Fri, 11 Oct 2013 22:22:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3867644.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Government poised to back down over elector veto powersGovernment poised to back down over elector veto powers7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WAGovernment poised to back down over elector veto powersThe premier is poised to back down over controversial plans to scrap controversial plans to scrap provisions that allow electors to veto council mergers.Jessica Strutt-31.9234 115.8834Possible back down on plans to scrap provisions allowing electors to veto council mergershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-11/dadour-provisions-in-amalgamations/5017978?source=rss
The Government is believed to be preparing to back down on controversial plans to scrap provisions that allow electors to veto council mergers.Fri, 11 Oct 2013 20:40:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3867602.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000WA Parliament House PerthWA Parliament House PerthJonathan BealABC: Jonathan Beal-31.9234 115.8834The Local Government minister has been forced to defend the independence of his boardhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-11/local-govt-advisory-board/5016052?source=rss
The Local Government Minister Tony Simpson has been forced to defend the independence of his Local Councils Advisory Board.Fri, 11 Oct 2013 09:23:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3866903.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Tony SimpsonTony SimpsonABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Parking windfall a possibility for the governmenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-10/parking-windfall-a-possibility-for-the-government/5015504?source=rss
Thu, 10 Oct 2013 22:28:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3866740.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Parking windfall a possibility for the governmentParking windfall a possibility for the government7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WAParking windfall a possibility for the governmentThe government could be in for a multi-million dollar parking windfall, with a proposed expansion of the City of Perth.Jessica Strutt-31.9234 115.8834A parking levy in the City of Perth could extend along with the city's boundaries under amalgamationshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-10/perth-parking/5015350?source=rss
The State Government says the parking levy imposed on businesses in the City of Perth could be extended along with the proposed expansion of the city's boundaries.Thu, 10 Oct 2013 21:17:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3866696.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Cars parked at City of Perk parking bays 10 October 2013Cars parked at City of Perk parking bays 10 October 2013: -31.9234 115.8834City of Fremantle rejects government merger proposalhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-09/city-of-fremantle-rejects-merger-proposal/5012528?source=rss
The City of Fremantle has rejected a State Government proposal for it to merge with the Melville local council.Wed, 09 Oct 2013 19:01:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3865714.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Fremantle 6160-32.0531 115.745Independence of council board questioned by Oppositionhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-08/independence-of-council-board-questioned-by/5010370?source=rss
Tue, 08 Oct 2013 22:13:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3865015.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Independence of council board questioned by OppositionIndependence of council board questioned by Opposition7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WAIndependence of council board questioned by OppositionThe independence of the board which will make recommendations on new council boundaries is questioned as the chairman is a Liberal Party member.Jessica Strutt-31.9234 115.8834All but two councils ignore merger submission deadlinehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-04/all-but-two-councils-ignore-merger-submission/5000406?source=rss
Fri, 04 Oct 2013 21:26:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201310\3862902.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:South Perth 6151Australia:WA:Victoria Park 6100All but two councils ignore merger submission deadlineAll but two councils ignore merger submission deadline7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WAAll but two councils ignore merger submission deadlineThe deadline for council submissions over amalgamations has passed and only two councils have agreed to a plan.Jessica Strutt-31.9234 115.8834The deadline for submissions over amalgamations has passed and only two councils handed in a planhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-04/council-deadline/5000126?source=rss
Only two of the councils the Government plans to merge have been able to reach agreement on proposed new local government boundaries.Fri, 04 Oct 2013 19:49:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201310\3862811.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Bayswater 6053Australia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:Stirling 6021David Boothman, mayor City of Stirling.David Boothman, mayor City of Stirling.: -31.8838 115.8083Thousands of postal votes for local government elections are invalidhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-04/local-council-vote/4999904?source=rss
The WA Electoral Commission says it is disturbed by the number of invalid postal votes lodged for this year's local government elections.Fri, 04 Oct 2013 17:23:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201310\3862733.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Local council election ballot boxes, Perth, 04/10/2013Local council election ballot boxes, Perth, 04/10/2013ABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Cottesloe Council walks away from legal challenge on height restrictionshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-03/council-walks-away-from-legal-action/4995514?source=rss
The Cottesloe Council has decided to abandon legal action against the State Government's plans to increase building height limits on the beachfront.Thu, 03 Oct 2013 09:08:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201310\3861241.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Cottesloe 6011People swim at Cottesloe BeachPeople swim at Cottesloe Beach, between Perth and Fremantle, May, 2008.Giulio Saggin, file photoABC News: Giulio Saggin, file photo-31.9971 115.7573City of Nedlands pulls out of WALGA over planned council amalgamationshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-02/nedlands-council-pulls-out-of-walga/4993046?source=rss
Nedlands mayor Max Hipkins says the decision to pull out from the WA Local Government Association is because WALGA is siding with the Government over council amalgamations.Wed, 02 Oct 2013 14:04:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201310\3860451.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Nedlands 6009Nedlands mayor Max HipkinsNedlands mayor Max HipkinsMax Hipkins: Max Hipkins-31.983 115.8058City of Perth 'land grab' criticisedhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-30/city-of-perth-land-grab-criticised/4990112?source=rss
Mon, 30 Sep 2013 21:25:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3859452.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Belmont 6104Australia:WA:Burswood 6100Australia:WA:North Perth 6006Australia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:Victoria Park 6100City of Perth 'land grab' criticisedCity of Perth 'land grab' criticised7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WACity of Perth 'land grab' criticisedBoth sides of politics are critical of the City of Perth's merger plans.
It has also been revealed the casino could receive another financial windfall as the result of local government boundary changes.Jessica Strutt-31.9234 115.8834Perth council bid to acquire all of Burswood Peninsula 'extraordinary land grab': Wyatthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-30/barnett-on-council-mergers/4989504?source=rss
The shadow Treasurer Ben Wyatt has described a City of Perth bid to acquire the entire Burswood Peninsula as an 'extraordinary land grab'.Mon, 30 Sep 2013 19:58:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3859231.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Belmont 6104Australia:WA:North Perth 6006Australia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:Victoria Park 6100Crown Casino in BurswoodCrown Casino in BurswoodBy Florence Roca: By Florence Roca-31.9234 115.8834Councils disagree over amalgamationshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-27/councils-disagree-over-amalgamations/4986384?source=rss
Fri, 27 Sep 2013 21:34:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3858203.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Belmont 6104Australia:WA:Burswood 6100Australia:WA:North Perth 6006Australia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:Victoria Park 6100Councils disagree over amalgamationsCouncils disagree over amalgamations7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WACouncils disagree over amalgamationsThe City of Perth has upset its neighbouring local governments by extending its land grab along the Burswood peninsula to include the Belmont race course.Jessica Strutt-31.9234 115.8834City of Perth votes against taking all of Vincenthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-27/city-of-perth-votes-against-taking-all-of-vincent/4984362?source=rss
Councillors at the City of Perth have rejected a full merger with the City of Vincent, and have been accused of "cherry picking" Vincent's assets.Fri, 27 Sep 2013 10:17:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3857533.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000City of Vincent amalgamation rally 10/08/2013City of Vincent amalgamation rally 10/08/2013ABC News: Courtney Bembridge: ABC News: Courtney Bembridge-31.9234 115.8834WALGA votes to oppose scrapping merger provisionshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-26/walga-votes-to-opposed-amendment-changes/4981908?source=rss
The Western Australian Local Government Association has voted to remain opposed to scrapping provisions that allow electors to veto council merger plans. Thu, 26 Sep 2013 14:08:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3856690.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000City of Vincent amalgamation rally 10/08/2013City of Vincent amalgamation rally 10/08/2013ABC News: Courtney Bembridge: ABC News: Courtney Bembridge-31.9234 115.8834City of Cockburn votes against Kwinana amalgamationhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-20/cockburn-vote-against-kwinana-amalgamation/4970362?source=rss
The proposed amalgamation of Cockburn and Kwinana will not go ahead any time soon after Cockburn council voted against it last night.Fri, 20 Sep 2013 08:30:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3852864.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000KwinanaKwinanaSupplied: Department of Human Services: Supplied: Department of Human Services-31.9234 115.8834Premier delay vote on council merger plans as he faces a backbench revolthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-17/premier-delays-party-room-vote-on-local-government-legislation/4962886?source=rss
The Premier Colin Barnett delays a vote in the party room on legislation to slash metropolitan councils as he faces a growing revolt by a number of Liberal MPs over the reforms.Tue, 17 Sep 2013 20:04:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3850514.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Colin BarnettColin BarnettABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Former Liberal MP issues warning on forced amalgamationshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-16/former-liberal-mp-issues-warning-on-forced/4961540?source=rss
Mon, 16 Sep 2013 21:19:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3850052.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Former Liberal MP issues warning on forced amalgamationsFormer Liberal MP issues warning on forced amalgamations7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WAFormer Liberal MP issues warning on forced amalgamationsFormer WA Liberal leader Bill Hassell writes to all Liberal MP's warning of an electoral backlash if they proceed with forced council amalgamations.Alisha O'Flaherty-31.9234 115.8834Hassell appeals to Liberal MPs to oppose forced council amalgamationshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-16/hassell-appeals-to-liberal-mps-to-oppose-forced-amalgamations/4960316?source=rss
The former state Liberal leader Bill Hassell has lashed out at the Premier Colin Barnett over the Government's plans to force council amalgamations.Mon, 16 Sep 2013 16:14:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3849540.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Nedlands 6009Bill Hassell fmr Lib leader 16/09/2013Bill Hassell fmr Lib leader 16/09/2013ABC News: ABC News-31.983 115.8058Liberal's McGrath voices opposition to council amalgamationshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-16/mcgrath-voices-opposition-to-council-amalgamations/4959576?source=rss
The Premier Colin Barnett is facing more dissent from within his own party over council amalgamations with John McGrath opposed to Burswood going to Perth.Mon, 16 Sep 2013 08:16:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3849266.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:South Perth 6151John McGrathJohn McGrathABC: -31.983 115.8619Victoria Park rallies against forced council amalgamationhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-15/victoria-park-rallies-against-forced-council/4959268?source=rss
Sun, 15 Sep 2013 21:31:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3849168.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Victoria Park 6100Victoria Park rallies against forced council amalgamationVictoria Park rallies against forced council amalgamation7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WAVictoria Park rallies against forced council amalgamationThe backlash against the State Government's planned council mergers continued, with a public rally in Victoria Park.Emily Piesse-31.9763 115.8961Hundreds rally against loss of Burswood revenuehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-15/burswood-rally/4958984?source=rss
About 400 people have attended a rally to protest against merger plans for the South Perth and Victoria Park councils.Sun, 15 Sep 2013 15:20:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3849065.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:South Perth 6151Australia:WA:Victoria Park 6100Victoria Park rally over changes to local councils 15092013Victoria Park rally over changes to local councils 15092013: -31.983 115.8619City of Perth shies away from Vincent mergerhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-15/council-amalg/4958782?source=rss
The City of Perth appears set to oppose calls for it to embrace a full merger with the City of Vincent.Sun, 15 Sep 2013 10:49:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3849014.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000City of Vincent amalgamation rally 10/08/2013City of Vincent amalgamation rally 10/08/2013ABC News: Courtney Bembridge: ABC News: Courtney Bembridge-31.9234 115.8834City of Perth set to reject parts of Vincent in mergerhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-14/city-of-perth-set-to-reject-parts-of-vincent-in/4958474?source=rss
Sat, 14 Sep 2013 21:24:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3848924.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000City of Perth set to reject parts of Vincent in mergerCity of Perth set to reject parts of Vincent in merger7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WACity of Perth set to reject parts of Vincent in mergerThe City of Perth appears set to oppose any move to lump the whole of the City of Vincent with it, under the State Government's amalgamation plans.Jessica Strutt-31.9234 115.8834Moora Shire unhappy with 'heavy-handed' ERAhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-12/moora-shire-unhappy-with-heavy-handed-era/4953738?source=rss
The Shire of Moora says it will be seeking support from other regional councils to stand up against the Economic Regulation Authority's (ERA) "heavy-handed" approach to asset management.Thu, 12 Sep 2013 13:27:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3847412.xml720 ABC PerthwheatbeltperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Moora 6510-30.6465 116.0058Council hopes EPA dumps Toodyay tip planshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-11/council-hopes-epa-dumps-toodyay-tip-plans/4951190?source=rss
The Toodyay Shire Council is hoping the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) will rule against a proposal for a big garbage dump in the Avon Valley.Wed, 11 Sep 2013 13:40:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3846433.xml720 ABC PerthwheatbeltperthCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllEnvironment:Environmental Management:AllEnvironment:Land Management:AllEnvironment:Recycling and Waste Management:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Toodyay 6566-31.5557 116.4729City of Stirling claims projects at risk if amalgamations go aheadhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-10/city-of-stirling-claims-projects-at-risk-if/4949690?source=rss
Tue, 10 Sep 2013 21:20:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3845846.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Stirling 6021City of Stirling claims projects at risk if amalgamations go aheadCity of Stirling claims projects at risk if amalgamations go ahead7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WACity of Stirling claims projects at risk if amalgamations go aheadThe City of Stirling says the multi-million dollar Scarborough beach redevelopment could be in jeopardy if council mergers go ahead as planned.Emily Piesse-31.8838 115.8083Stirling defends pamphlets claiming projects jeopardised by council amalgamationshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-10/stirling-defends-pamphlet/4948000?source=rss
The City of Stirling has defended pamphlets sent to ratepayers claiming council amalgamations will put major projects under threat.Tue, 10 Sep 2013 11:52:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3845218.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Stirling 6021City of Stirling brochure warning residents of the problems of amalgamationCity of Stirling brochure warning residents of the problems of amalgamation: -31.8838 115.8083City of Perth accused of foreshore land grabhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-03/city-of-perth-accused-of-foreshore-land-grab/4932752?source=rss
The City of Perth is being accused of cherry picking prime parts of the South Perth foreshore to add to its council area.Tue, 03 Sep 2013 19:41:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3840328.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Perth skylinePerth skylineABC Online: -31.9234 115.8834Bunbury mayor calls for council inquiryhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-08-16/bunbury-council-stand-down/4891622?source=rss
The Bunbury Mayor is calling for an inquiry into the City of Bunbury, its councillors and executives.Fri, 16 Aug 2013 11:46:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201308\3827080.xml720 ABC PerthsouthwestwaperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Perth 6000-31.9234 115.8834Barnett would not stand in way of a merger between Vincent and Perthhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-08-14/barnett-ok-with-vincent-and-perth-merger/4886756?source=rss
The Premier Colin Barnett says he will not stand in the way of a merger between the City of Vincent and the City of Perth, as part of local government reforms.Wed, 14 Aug 2013 16:49:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201308\3825487.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Premier Colin BarnettPremier Colin BarnettABC News: ABC News-31.9234 115.8834Scaffidi and MacTiernan hold talks on plans to split Vincent into twohttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-08-12/scaffidi-and-mactiernan-hold-talks-on-merger-plans/4881746?source=rss
The Perth Mayor Lisa Scaffidi and the Vincent Mayor Alannah MacTiernan have held talks over plans by the State Government to split Vincent under local council reforms.Mon, 12 Aug 2013 18:11:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201308\3823869.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Lisa Scaffidi and Alannah MacTiernanLisa Scaffidi and Alannah MacTiernan: -31.9234 115.8834Council mergers could spark wave of urban infillhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-08-12/council-mergers-could-spark-wave-of-urban-infill/4881328?source=rss
Mon, 12 Aug 2013 15:44:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201308\3823746.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Housing:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Council mergers could spark wave of urban infillCouncil mergers could spark wave of urban infill7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WACouncil mergers could spark wave of urban infillThe State Government plan to merge metropolitan councils could lead to a wave of urban infill in Perth's inner suburbs.Hayley Roman-31.9234 115.8834Port Hedland development rejected due to dust concernshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-08-12/port-hedland-rejected-due-to-dust-concerns/4881132?source=rss
The Environmental Protection Authority has knocked back an application by the Town of Port Hedland to develop an area close to iron-ore loading facilities, because of concerns about dust exposure.Mon, 12 Aug 2013 14:25:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201308\3823639.xml720 ABC PerthperthnorthwestwaBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Iron OreEnvironment:Environmental Impact:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Australia:WA:Port Hedland 6721Port Hedland at nightPort Hedland at nightPort Hedland Port Authority: Port Hedland Port Authority-20.3135 118.6093WA Liberal MP Eleni Evangel denies being out of step with party over forced council amalgamationshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-08-11/evangel-denies-being-out-of-step-with-party/4878786?source=rss
Liberal MP Eleni Evangel denies she has broken ranks with her party over forced council amalgamations after speaking at a community rally against the plan.Sun, 11 Aug 2013 13:31:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201308\3822812.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000City of Vincent amalgamation rally 10/08/2013City of Vincent amalgamation rally 10/08/2013ABC News: Courtney Bembridge: ABC News: Courtney BembridgeLiberal MP joins amalgamation rallyAbout a thousand residents, including local Liberal Eleni Evangel, protest against plans to split the City of Vincent in two.Kathryn Diss-31.9234 115.8834Fears state budget cuts to country local governments to kill off some regional municipalitieshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-08-09/country-budget-cut/4875696?source=rss
Country local governments have warned the loss of around $80 million from their combined budgets will lead to the death of several regional municipalities.Fri, 09 Aug 2013 14:28:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201308\3821778.xml720 ABC PerthsouthcoastkimberleysouthwestwaesperancewheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwagreatsouthernperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Public Sector:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Denmark 6333Australia:WA:Esperance 6450Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Katanning 6317Australia:WA:Perth 6000A rainbow arcs over a farmA rainbow arcs over Bungwahl, the farm of Peter and Kathy Jarman, at Apsley, eastern Victoria, on May 10, 2010. The large Redgum is estimated to be over 500 years old.Peter JarmanUser submitted: Peter Jarman-31.9234 115.8834Former premier calls on State Government to invest more to make Fremantle second major WA cityhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-08-02/call-to-make-fremantle-second-major-wa-city/4860600?source=rss
The former Labor Premier, Peter Dowding, says the State Government needs to do more to develop Fremantle as WA's second major city. Fri, 02 Aug 2013 09:04:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201308\3816625.xml720 ABC PerthperthBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TourismGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentAustralia:WA:Fremantle 6160Australia:WA:Perth 6000A train sits at Fremantle train stationA train sits at Fremantle train station, south of Perth, Western Australia, in May, 2008.Giulio Saggin, file photoABC News: Giulio Saggin, file photo-32.0531 115.745Government expert critical of amalgamation cost savingshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-08-01/local-government-expert-critical-of-amalgamation-cost-savings/4858064?source=rss
A local government expert has delivered a scathing assessment of WA's council amalgamations plan, saying it could lead to higher rates and poorer service delivery.Thu, 01 Aug 2013 10:40:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201308\3815804.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000-31.9234 115.8834Premier criticised over 'broken promises'http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-07-31/premier-criticised-over-broken-promises/4857182?source=rss
Wed, 31 Jul 2013 21:33:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201307\3815526.xml720 ABC PerthperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Premier criticised over 'broken promises'Premier criticised over 'broken promises'7pm TV News WA: 7pm TV News WAPremier criticised over 'broken promises'Premier Colin Barnett has faced a barrage of criticism a day after unveiling his plan to slash the number of metropolitan councils in half.Alisha O'Flaherty-31.9234 115.8834Barnett says council mergers will extend to regional areashttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-07-31/barnett-says-mergers-will-extend-to-regional-areas/4856638?source=rss
The Premier Colin Barnett is planning to push for council mergers in regional areas once amalgamations in Perth are underway but the Nationals say they will block any attempt to remove a veto provision for country areas.Wed, 31 Jul 2013 19:13:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201307\3815319.xml720 ABC PerthsouthcoastkimberleysouthwestwawheatbeltgoldfieldsnorthwestwaperthGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:WA:Albany 6330Australia:WA:Broome 6725Australia:WA:Bunbury 6230Australia:WA:Geraldton 6530Australia:WA:Kalgoorlie 6430Australia:WA:Karratha 6714Australia:WA:Perth 6000Premier Colin BarnettPremier Colin BarnettABC News